Production Technician l - Fill/Pouch (7:00pm-7:00am)

Baxter International Inc.; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 39,600 - 48,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

401K match

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Production Technician I to operate and maintain filling equipment at their Marion, NC facility. Responsibilities include monitoring machinery, performing routine maintenance, and conducting quality checks. The ideal candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED and some manufacturing experience. This position offers a salary of $44,000 annually and various employee benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Production Technician or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust filling equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines.
• Execute quality checks and document findings.

Skills

Basic English written and oral communication skills

Basic mathematics

Proficient in measurement tools and hand tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CRC (Career Readiness Certification) at the Silver level

Job description

Overview

Production Technician I - Fill/Pouch (7:00pm–7:00am) at Baxter International Inc.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operate, monitor and make adjustments as necessary to manual and automated filling equipment and machines using controls on an electrical control panel (HMI) or by way of manual adjustments.
• Set up, load and replenish production supplies by use of a powered industrial truck (PIT) at a rate consistent with production needs.
• Perform minor routine and preventative maintenance such as alignment adjustments, replacement of machine parts or belts, cleaning and lubrication while supporting Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Reconcile headcount needed on a per shift basis based on scheduled production demands.
• Perform scheduled quality checks, disposition product, identify any deviations that may occur and take the appropriate action to include stopping production on the machine if necessary.
• Inspect finished product to ensure quality standards are being met.
• Execute Batch/Code changes, tank changes, as well as sub lots as required.
• Document required information on manufacturing logs and/or POMS system.
• Investigate, identify and correct or escalate any inefficiency in the machine’s performance including mechanical wear, alignment, adjustment, and setup issues.
• Develop standard work for troubleshooting and setups/changeovers.
• Read blueprints and use tools to measure the product, ensuring the output meets specifications, making adjustments/repairs as needed.
• Perform and document scheduled cleaning activities.
• Assist in Quality Improvement or VIP programs if required.
• Work with Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor to coordinate training requirements for line staff.
• Train new associates on responsible processes.
• Ensure the proper use, care, and storage of tools and equipment.
• Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical or discrepancy issues occur.
• Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles including maintaining and securing provided tools.

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED and must be at least 18 years of age.
• CRC (Career Readiness Certification) at the Silver level preferred.
• Production Technician or manufacturing experience with duties including preventative maintenance, machine troubleshooting, etc. preferred.
• Basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members.
• Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Proficient in how to use a calculator and measurement tools as well as basic hand tools.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements

• This position requires frequent grasping, pushing/pulling and reaching with hands and arms. The position also involves lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally throughout the shift.
• Pass the Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) physical.
• Normal visual acuity and the ability to distinguish color are necessary.
• Occasionally specialized physicals are required when working with certain drug codes.
• Ability to bend/stoop, squat, climb, reach above shoulder level, reach at or below shoulder level, kneel, twist and bend at the neck, twist and bend at the waist and balance.

Compensation

Pay rate: $44,000 annually. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Benefits

• 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us with your request.