Predictive Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)

Baxter International Inc.; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift flexibility

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

160 hours PTO and holidays

401K match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. is seeking a Predictive Maintenance Technician to monitor equipment health using vibration, infrared, ultrasonic, and lubrication technologies to identify issues before failures occur.

You will analyze data, perform root cause analyses, and support reliability improvements across the facility. You will collaborate with maintenance, operations, and reliability professionals to improve asset performance and plant productivity, and you will implement proactive maintenance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of mechanical systems repair or industrial maintenance experience.
• Associates degree preferred in Industrial Maintenance or related field.
• Level 1 certification in Vibration Analysis, IR Thermography or Ultrasonic Testing preferred.
• Experience with Maximo CMMS is a plus.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills; team-oriented.
• Ability to work around moving equipment and follow safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Establish PdM routes, collect and analyze data, and report variances to baseline to prevent failures.
• Analyze machine failures for root cause and implement corrective actions.
• Use PdM tools (Ultrasonic, Infrared, Vibration) for proactive maintenance planning.
• Execute proactive maintenance strategies incl. maintenance routes and preventive tasks.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs with labor hours and findings.
• Collaborate with operations to identify and prioritize maintenance needs.
• Train others in predictive tools and concepts after training.
• Diagnose mechanical wear, alignment, and setup issues.
• Work around moving equipment and in controlled environments as required.

Skills

Mechanical systems repair

Industrial maintenance

Root cause analysis

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

Associates degree in a technical related subject

High School Diploma or GED

Level 1 certification in PdM/VT/UT

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Vibration Analysis

Infrared Thermography

Ultrasonic Testing

Laser Alignment

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 at Baxter

This is where we make life-saving products

As a Predictive Maintenance Technician, you will monitor equipment health using vibration, infrared, ultrasonic, and lubrication technologies to identify issues before failures occur. You will analyze equipment data, perform root cause analysis, recommend corrective actions, and support reliability and uptime improvements across the facility.

Your Team

You will work closely with maintenance, operations, and reliability professionals focused on increasing equipment performance and reducing downtime. Together, the team uses predictive maintenance tools and continuous improvement practices to improve asset reliability and plant productivity.

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

What you'll be doing

• Establishes PdM routes, collects and analyses data, reports on data variances to baseline information in a predictive format to prevent equipment failure and determine maintenance actions in advance of failures.
• Analyze machine failures for root cause and implement corrective actions and root cause training.
• Execution of proactive maintenance strategies for equipment inspection with focus on equipment lubrication and data collection using PdM tools (Primarily Ultrasonic, Infrared and Vibration)
• Performing periodic proactive asset strategies, such as maintenance routes, preventative maintenance, and other tasks to improve reliability and uptime
• Maintaining accurate maintenance logs including labor hours and critical preventive maintenance findings
• Working with the operations and maintenance teams to identify and prioritize maintenance needs
• Understand the use of predictive maintenance tools - Develop opportunities to use predictive tools by attending training and then training others in Laser Alignment - Vibration Analysis – Infrared – Ultrasonic
• Diagnose mechanical wear, alignment, adjustment, and setup issues
• This position involves working around moving equipment
• Can include working in a Class I, Class II, Class III or Class IV Controlled Environment which may include the following dress/gowning requirements: safety glasses, ear plugs, hairnet, beard cover, isolation mask, gown, hood, boots or shoe covers, face shield, insulated gloves and disposable gloves
• Work in Arc Flash Hazard Category 0, 1, and 2 requiring F/R uniform and Arc Flash gloves

What you'll bring

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of mechanical systems repair, industrial maintenance or equivalent is required
• Associates degree in a technical related subject area (i.e. Industrial Maintenance) preferred
• Level 1 certification in one or more of the following technologies: Vibration Analysis, IR Thermography and Ultrasonic Testing preferred.
• Experience with Maximo CMMS System a plus.
• Root cause failure analysis experience and trouble-shooting skills required
• Incumbent must have demonstrated excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail, good problem solving and analytical skills required.
• Customer orientation, teamwork skills and the ability to actively commit to, support and participate in continuous improvement activities are necessary for success in this position.
• Basic computer skills required
• Well organized
• Self-motivated to achieve goals and require little supervision

Physical Requirements

• The position requires the ability to individually lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to 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
• Normal visual acuity is necessary including the ability to distinguish colors.

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 $52,800 - $72,600 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, department, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Overtime is worked as required. Some job 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

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

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, you can let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.