Maintenance Tech II

Baxter International Inc.; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Paid time off (20–35 days)

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to support daily manufacturing operations in a pharmaceutical setting.

You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical equipment, participate in preventive maintenance, and help improve long-term reliability while ensuring compliance with cGMP and documentation standards. The role requires 3–5 years of electromechanical experience, a high school diploma or GED (technical degree preferred), and familiarity with CMMS tools such as

Qualifications

• Must have 3–5 years of electromechanical experience.
• High school diploma or GED required; technical associate degree preferred.
• Experience in a regulated pharmaceutical/manufacturing environment (cGMP) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical equipment failures.
• Assist in preventive maintenance procedures and documentation.
• Review equipment component failures and recommend improvements for reliability.
• Maintain equipment documentation and change control per internal procedures.
• Assist in spare parts analysis and inventory development.
• Assist in installation and startup of new equipment.
• Demonstrate clear written and verbal English communication; understand cGMP.

Skills

Electromechanical experience

cGMP knowledge

CMMS (Maximo) experience

Reading schematics

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Enterprise software (JDE, Trackwise,-P

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical Associates degree preferred

Tools

Maximo CMMS

JDE

Pilgrim

Trackwise

Job description

This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Your Role

The Maintenance Technician II works as a key member of a high-performance team responsible for supporting daily manufacturing operations and equipment in a pharmaceutical production environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical/mechanical equipment failures.
• Assist in developing, monitoring, and performing preventative maintenance procedures.
• Assist in review and tracking of equipment component failures and help make recommendations for increased long term reliability.
• Maintain appropriate equipment documentation and change control according to internal procedures.
• Assist in spare part analysis and inventory development.
• Assist in the installation and startup of new equipment.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills (ability to read, write and speak fluent English) and understanding of cGMP regulations. Good procedural writing skills.
• Experience with CMMS (i.e. Maximo) preferred.
• Ability to read schematics preferred.

What You'll Bring

• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to use enterprise software preferred (examples include: JDE, BPLM, Pilgrim, Trackwise, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Must have 3-5 years of electromechanical experience.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED, Technical Associates degree preferred.
• Medical device or pharmaceutical regulated industry experience preferred.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $72,000 - $99,000 annually. The estimated salary is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Reasonable Accommodations

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