Material Handler, Receiving (7:00pm - 7:00am)

Baxter International Inc.; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO 160 hours

401K match

ESPP

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Shift flexibility

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. is hiring for a warehouse-focused role in the United States. You will pick and move materials, operate forklifts, and support production needs while maintaining safety and efficiency on the floor.

You will work with ERP systems, follow 6S and cGMP standards, and adapt to shift changes. The position offers comprehensive benefits and on-site teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Basic English written and oral communication to interact with team members and vendors.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematics.
• PIT certification or ability to obtain it.
• Hazmat training may be required.
• Moderate computer skills.
• Previous forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Pick raw materials and production supplies from warehouse by hand or forklift and deliver to designated area.
• Transport materials and empty containers between production areas and warehouse.
• Use ERP system (GME) to access and update inventory locations and other systems.
• Receive IPSO orders and prepare for shipment.
• Secure trailers during loading.
• Load materials into trailers and box trucks.
• Pre-Op forklift and change batteries as needed.
• Notify supervisor of safety/quality issues and take appropriate action.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area following 6S principles.
• Understand and apply SOPs and cGMP requirements.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic English

Basic math

Safety awareness

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

PIT certification

Hazmat awareness

Teamwork

Schedule flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

This is whereyour 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.

Job Description

Your Role at Baxter

This is where my hands make life-sustaining products

Baxter is known for its speed and high-quality product. Our manufacturing operations are around-the-clock to meet the needs of our customers. Our high-caliber talent works through the challenges at hand while pushing toward meeting client order needs. Different shift assignments allow for flexibility and safety.

Your team

Baxter is focused on saving and sustaining lives by manufacturing high-quality products. We strive to create quality products for our customers each day.
Delivering life-saving products is about getting them right, and attention to detail is how we make sure we meet that challenge. We are a team that supports each other throughout each shift. Working together in a supportive and open culture makes our processes evolve for the better and engages our workforce.
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
• 401K match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

You'll be offered extensive training, and the tight-knit working environment within the Manufacturing team means employees get additional training from their direct manager and peers when needed.

What You'll Be Doing

• Pick raw materials and production supplies from warehouse either by hand, forklift or other means and deliver to the designated area
• By schedule or upon request, pick up materials or empty containers from production areas and transport to the warehouse or other department
• Using the Enterprise Resource Planning software (GME) to access and update inventory locations if necessary, along with utilize multiple other software systems to execute daily and weekly tasks
• Receives IPSO (Inter-Plant Shipping Orders) and prepares them for shipment
• Secure trailer while loading by blocking and locking out
• Load raw materials and production supplies into trailers and box trucks
• Pre-Op the forklift and change out batteries (if required)
• Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical or discrepancy issues occur
• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles
• Learn, understand, and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members and external vendors, suppliers, and customers.
• Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematics.
• Possess or be able to obtain Powered Industrial Truck Certification
• May be required to obtain Hazmat Training if not already completed
• Moderate computer skills required.
• Previous experience with a forklift
• CRC (Career Readiness Certification) at the Silver level, preferred
• A high level of detail orientation and organizational skills to improve work area space

Physical Requirements

• This position requires the continuous operation of a forklift. The position can also involve lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds frequently throughout the shift.
• Must be able to pass the Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) physical
• Must be able to operate foot controls, bend/stoop, squat, climb, reach above shoulder level, reach at or below shoulder level, twist and bend at the neck, twist and bend at the waist and balance

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 our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. To that end, this position has a pay rate of $21.60 an hour.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are un-able 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 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

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