Operator I - Fill & Pack

Baxter Healthcare; Guayama (PR); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage from day 1

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Job summary

Baxter Healthcare in Guayama, PR is seeking a Fill & Pack Operator I to help produce and package pharmaceutical products. You will work with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient processes.

The role requires reading SOPs, documenting batch records, supporting investigations, and ensuring yields meet targets. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in regulated manufacturing, with English and Spanish

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing and packaging equipment following SOPs, cGMP, and GDP.
• Perform filling, labeling, packaging, equipment setup, operation, and cleanup.
• Operate multiple workstations and support required clerical activities.
• Identify and elevate abnormalities or issues in a timely manner.
• Perform in-process inspections to verify quality per specifications.
• Complete batch records, packaging modules, protocols, and related records accurately.
• Support compliance with cGMP, FDA, EHS, and company requirements.
• Assist investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Verify materials are available and properly staged to support production.
• Support lead operators with document reviews and readiness activities.
• Help ensure yields and performance targets are met.
• Assist with equipment qualifications, validations, and process improvements.
• Support onboarding and training of new operators via OJT.
• Participate in continuous improvement to enhance quality and productivity.
• Monitor area metrics to reduce scrap and variability.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized environment.
• Comply with environmental policies and hazardous material regulations.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Your Team

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. As a Fill & Pack Operator I, you will be part of the Manufacturing team responsible for producing and packaging products that help save and sustain lives around the world.

You will work closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations teams to ensure manufacturing processes are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with Baxter's quality and regulatory standards. Your role is essential in maintaining product quality, operational excellence, and continuous process improvement.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operate manufacturing and packaging equipment following approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Perform production activities including filling, labeling, packaging, equipment setup, operation, and cleanup.
• Operate multiple workstations within the packaging process and support required clerical activities.
• Ensure equipment is operating properly and promptly identify and elevate abnormalities or issues.
• Perform in-process inspections and checks to verify product quality and compliance with specifications.
• Complete manufacturing documentation accurately and timely, including batch records, packaging modules, protocols, rework documentation, and related records.
• Support compliance with cGMP, FDA, EHS, and company requirements.
• Assist in investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions related to process or quality concerns.
• Verify materials are available, accurate, and properly staged to support uninterrupted production flow.
• Support lead operators with document reviews and production readiness activities.
• Ensure filling and packaging operations achieve expected yields and performance targets.
• Assist with equipment qualifications, validations, and process improvement activities.
• Support the onboarding and training of new operators through on-the-job training (OJT).
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Monitor area metrics and support actions to reduce scrap, rework, and process variability.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Support Baxter's commitment to environmental sustainability by complying with environmental policies and requirements.
• Properly handle materials and waste in accordance with environmental, health, safety, and hazardous material regulations.

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Manufacturing experience in a regulated industry preferred.
• Experience working in a pharmaceutical, medical device, or FDA-regulated environment is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of cGMP, FDA, and Environmental Health & Safety regulations.
• Ability to operate automatic and semi-automatic manufacturing equipment.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to accurately complete manufacturing documentation and maintain records.
• Ability to read, write, and understand both English and Spanish.

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. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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