Production Associate

Baxter International Inc.

Round Lake (IL)

On-site

USD 23,469 - 33,425

Full time

14 days+

Application generator

Get a reply from this employer — a resume and cover letter tailored to exactly what they’re hiring for.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days

Childcare benefits

Job summary

A global healthcare company seeks an Entry-Level Production Associate in Round Lake, Illinois. This position involves monitoring product processes and performing various operational tasks. Applicants must have a high school diploma and be able to lift up to 50 pounds. The hourly pay rate is $20.65, with benefits including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

Must not be allergic to Penicillin or Cephalosporin.
Must be able to understand, speak, read and write English.
Visual acuity 20/25 Near Vision with or without corrective vision required.
Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Monitor product exposure times and document process flow.
Perform all Operator I/Operator II functions as needed.
Trouble shoot problems in the finishing area and decide on corrective actions.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Good interpersonal skills

Digital literacy

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma

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 position performs downstream activities that are required to successfully complete a production. This involves initiation of paperwork not generated by the documentation center, verification of components per the appropriate Bill of Materials, set‑up, challenge & verification of label dispensers, verification of weighing/measuring devices for current calibration status, and set‑up and verification of batch board and seal integrity stations. Some areas require assembling equipment including the operation of blending, grinding, and some molding.

What you’ll be doing

Monitor product exposure times and document process flow as required
Periodically perform all Operator I/Operator II functions
Pull required processing samples, document, package and distribute
Set‑up/Tear down room and keep production area supplies up to date
Perform all line clearances
Replace labels on dispensers, take appropriate samples and verify as well as troubleshoot any label dispenser problems
Collect, document, disposition production scrap
Trouble shoot problems in the finishing area, and decide how to correct or who to contact
Facility cleaning as required
Move production cart into +5 degrees C and freezer areas in the required times required by product specification
Required to maintain attendance in accordance with the RLD Attendance Policy
Mandatory overtime is required based on business needs
Moving of pasteurization carts and operation of pasteurizer

What you’ll bring

Must not be allergic to Penicillin or Cephalosporin
High School Diploma required, equivalent experience preferred
Must be able to understand, speak, read and write English
Visual acuity 20/25 Near Vision with or without corrective vision required
Ability to work independently
Good interpersonal skills
Digital literacy
Basic math skills required
Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds
Frequent walking and standing
Occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, reaching up and out, wrist turning, pinching and manipulation

Compensation

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 salary pay rate of $20.65 an hour. The pay rate is based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable 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 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.

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.

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.

Recruitment Fraud Notice

Baxter has discovered incidents of employment scams, where fraudulent parties pose as Baxter employees, recruiters, or other agents, and engage with online job seekers in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice.

Seniority level