Maintenance Technician I (6:45pm - 6:45am)

Baxter International Inc.; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 46,400 - 63,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

160 hours of Paid Time Off

401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician I in Marion, NC. This role involves maintaining and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and ensuring safe operations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and 1-2 years of maintenance experience on automated systems.

The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $46,400 to $63,800 annually, with benefits including medical coverage, paid time off, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of prior maintenance experience.
• Experience with CMMS, preferably Maximo.
• Familiarity with PLC systems like Siemens or Allen Bradley.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance.
• Respond to equipment issues and perform repairs.
• Document all work in CMMS as required.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and regulations.

Skills

Maintenance on automated manufacturing machines/equipment

Electrical systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems familiarity

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Technical school training

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a clean room environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school training (preferred)

Tools

Multimeter

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Your role at Baxter

The Maintenance Technician I is a salaried, non‑exempt position that ensures safe and efficient operation of plant manufacturing equipment through hands‑on maintenance and maintenance‑related initiatives. The role supports plant production through troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs of manufacturing equipment, fixtures, and systems using preventative maintenance procedures and root‑cause analysis.

Your Team

Baxter’s manufacturing team strives to create quality products for our customers and tackles unforeseen issues as they arise. The team works together, sharing solutions to complex challenges with the customer’s needs in mind.

What we offer from Day One

• Shift flexibility to trade shifts and leverage overtime opportunities
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

What you’ll be doing

• Troubleshoots, repairs, and performs preventative maintenance on medical IV solution, filling, and packaging manufacturing equipment, hydraulics, pneumatic systems, motor and machine controls, electrical systems, robotics, and electronics.
• Uses a drawing package, multimeter, and other diagnostic equipment to resolve electrical issues.
• Resolves issues related to equipment, process, compliance; performs unscheduled maintenance and responds to trouble calls in a timely manner.
• Performs daily preventative maintenance tasks to ensure equipment is operational.
• Works in a safe manner at all times; is trained in Arc Flash, Lock Out Tag Out, Basic Electrical Safety, Ladder Safety, and other plant programs.
• Ensures work order system, maintenance, and facility procedures are followed and completed properly, including pre‑approvals and sign‑offs. Follows Good Documentation Practices (GDP) as outlined by Baxter policies and procedures. Documents all work in CMMS as required.
• Strictly adheres to environmental health and safety (EHS) and manufacturing SOP, policies, and procedures to ensure safe and quality products are always produced.
• Works with EHS to ensure compliance with global requirements.
• Performs modification, upgrades, and new installation of equipment and machinery.
• Participates in department and site continuous improvement projects.
• Performs any other tasks as assigned to support plant production.

What you’ll bring

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred: Technical school training.
• 1‑2 years of prior maintenance experience on automated manufacturing machines/equipment.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Maximo preferred.
• Familiarity with programmable logic controller (PLC) systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Omron); SCADA/EMS/BMS experience preferred.
• Experience with motor controls, variable speed/variable frequency drives, servos, stepper motors, high‑speed packaging equipment, pneumatic systems.
• Capable of reading and working with electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, building drawings, and part diagrams.
• Working knowledge of photo eyes/sensors, limit switches, proximity sensors, temperature controllers, inkjet printers, and vision systems (Cognex, Keyence preferred).
• Experience performing maintenance and troubleshooting of high‑speed manufacturing/filling and packaging equipment, including pick‑and‑place systems, conveyors, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, continuity inkjet printing systems.
• Good written and verbal communication skills (ability to read, write and speak fluent English) and understanding of cGMP regulations. Good procedural writing skills.
• Good computer skills (Microsoft Windows, email, Microsoft Office Suite, internet sites, PDFs).
• Electrical knowledge and experience with AC/DC motors and drives, electrical systems up to 480V 3‑Phase, relays, switches, sensors, solenoids, servo motors, and low‑voltage systems.
• Ability to work in a clean room environment, wearing special garments. Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn due to safety requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Works around moving equipment.
• Must be able to work in Class I, Class II, Class III or Class IV Controlled Environment with required safety gear.
• Can lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Can bend, stoop, squat, climb, reach above and below shoulder level, twist at the neck and waist, and maintain balance.
• Requires normal visual acuity, including color discrimination.

Additional Information

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

Compensation: The estimated base salary for this position is $46,400–$63,800 annually, depending on location, skills, experience, and other factors.

Other Duties

This job description is not a comprehensive listing of all duties. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change with or without notice. Overtime is worked as required. Some duties are performed on a rotating basis.

Due to the nature of this position, the ability to work most holidays, some weekends, and plant shut‑down periods is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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

Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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