Maintenance Technician I (7th Shift: 7am-7pm)

Baxter International Inc.; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to ensure the safe operation of manufacturing equipment. The role involves troubleshooting, maintenance, and compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in automated manufacturing. This position offers shift flexibility, medical coverage, and paid time off.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

160 hours of Paid Time Off and Holidays

401K match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1-2 years maintenance experience on automated manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Document all work in CMMS as required, adhering to Good Documentation Practices.

Skills

Communication

Electrical Knowledge

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school training

Tools

CMMS

PLC systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Maintenance Technician I (7th Shift: 7am-7pm)

Join us to apply for the Maintenance Technician I (7th Shift: 7am-7pm) role at Baxter International Inc.

This position contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives by ensuring the safe and efficient operation of plant manufacturing equipment through hands-on maintenance and related initiatives. Support plant production by troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing manufacturing equipment, fixtures, and systems via preventative maintenance and root cause analysis.

Your Team

Baxter is dedicated to solving complex problems to create quality products for our customers. Our manufacturing team faces daily challenges and works collaboratively to meet customer needs with high-caliber talent.

What We Offer from Day One

• Shift flexibility and overtime opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401K match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Your Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on medical IV solution, filling, and packaging equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, motor and machine controls, electrical systems, Robotics, and electronics.
• Use diagnostic tools like drawing packages and multi-meters to resolve electrical issues.
• Address equipment, process, and compliance issues; perform unscheduled maintenance and respond promptly to trouble calls.
• Perform daily preventative maintenance to ensure operational equipment.
• Always work safely, trained in Arc Flash, Lock Out Tag Out, Electrical Safety, Ladder Safety, and other plant safety programs.
• Follow work order systems, maintenance, and facility procedures; document all work in CMMS as required, adhering to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Maintain compliance with environmental, health, safety (EHS), and manufacturing SOPs and policies to produce safe, quality products.
• Modify, upgrade, and install new equipment and machinery.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Perform other tasks as needed to support plant production.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Technical school training preferred.
• 1-2 years maintenance experience on automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with CMMS (Maximo preferred), PLC systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Omron), and related systems.
• Knowledge of motor controls, drives, sensors, and high-speed packaging equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Good communication skills in English; understanding of cGMP regulations.
• Proficient in computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, PDFs).
• Electrical knowledge of AC/DC motors, drives, and low-voltage systems.
• Ability to work in a clean room environment with PPE and lift up to 50 pounds.

Physical Requirements

• Work around moving equipment and in controlled environments.
• Wear PPE as required, including safety glasses, gloves, gowns, etc.
• Perform physical tasks such as bending, stooping, climbing, reaching, and balancing.
• Visual acuity to distinguish colors.

Availability to work most holidays, some weekends, and plant shutdown periods is required.