Production Technician II - Molding (2nd Shift)

Baxter International Inc.; Cleveland (MS); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

401K match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. is seeking a Production Technician II – Molding to ensure safe, efficient injection molding operations.

You will set up molds, optimize machine performance, troubleshoot issues, and lead mold changeovers while maintaining validated parameters and target cycle times. You will drive continuous improvement through LEAN, 6S and GMP practices, support operators, monitor downtime and scrap, and document activity with accuracy to ensure regulatory compliance and high-quality

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and 6S workplace organization.
• Understanding of GMP requirements and safety policies.
• Experience with injection molding processes and mold changeovers.

Responsibilities

• Follow GDP procedures and maintain documentation.
• Operate and adjust molding equipment to meet quality and safety standards.
• Perform safety policies including Lockout/Tagout and PPE requirements.
• Set up molds to machine specifications and ensure proper torque and alignment.
• Maintain validated operating parameters and target cycle times.
• Lead mold changeovers and monitor cycle sheets.
• Support operators and troubleshoot production issues.
• Ensure PMs on molds and equipment are performed.
• Communicate with Quality, Maintenance and Mold Shop teams to achieve performance goals.
• Report downtime, scrap and labor efficiency.
• Lead LEAN, 6S initiatives and safety/GMP programs.

Skills

LEAN initiatives

6S standards

GMP compliance

Molding technology

Safety procedures

Documentation

Downtime reporting

Shift leadership

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. 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 $36,800 - $46,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than that of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.

Your Role at Baxter

As aProduction Technician II – Molding, you will play a critical hands‑on role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and high‑quality operation of injection molding processes. You will set up molds, optimize machine performance, and troubleshoot production issues to maintain validated parameters and target cycle times. This role is responsible for leading mold changeovers, supporting operators, monitoring production output, and ensuring accurate reporting of downtime, scrap, and efficiency. You will also drive continuous improvement through LEAN initiatives, 6S standards, and process management, while maintaining strict adherence to safety, GMP, and documentation requirements.

Your Team

You will be part of a collaborative molding team committed to delivering high‑quality products in a safe and efficient manufacturing environment. The team includes operators, technicians, engineers, and support groups such as Quality, Maintenance, and the Mold Shop, all working together to meet production goals and maintain compliance with regulatory standards. This team values strong communication, accountability, and continuous improvement, regularly engaging in LEAN, safety, and 6S initiatives.

What we offer from Day One

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

What you’ll be doing:

• Perform documentation as required and follow GDP procedures.
• Operate and perform machine adjustments and maintain all equipment to meet quality and safety regulations.
• Perform and follow all safety policies including Lockout/Tagout, Personal Protective Equipment, Fall Protection and Forklift Operation.
• Set-up molds to specific mold/machine requirements, Torque clamp bolts to the specified force. Setup robots, thermolators, and workstations.
• Process all molding machines to the optimum conditions and make sure the machines are operating within validated operating parameters within target cycle time.
• Perform 6S tasks on personal toolbox and storage of molding components.
• Submit Startup and mold approval samples with documentation to begin a production run.
• Assist operators in processing and minor troubleshooting.
• Ensure that P.M.s are performed routinely on molds, molding machines, and auxiliary equipment.
• Direct and perform mold changeovers and establish cycle sheets
• Ability to perform special projects and assignments.
• Communicate effectively with department personnel and all the support groups (Quality, Mold Shop, and Maintenance) to achieve 100% cavitation on molds running.
• Monitor production to schedule and direct labor efficiency.
• Must have ability to report production, downtime and scrap. And complete communication pass-down sheets from shift to shift.
• Must perform all other duties and responsibilities as determined by supervision/management
• Must have knowledge of both plant, quality and department environmental health and safety regulations and follow said regulations accordingly.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours as required.
• Lead shift and report shift performance in the absence of Supervisor (downtime, production, scrap and lead Tier I meetings). Lead Process Management Teams, LEAN initiatives, lead 6S, safety and GMP initiatives and special projects.
• Perform 6S requirements and Conduct GMP Audits and keep