Quality Lab Associate II: Impactful, Hands-On Quality

Baxter International Inc.; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

ESPP – Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Baxter is seeking a Quality Associate II to contribute to quality projects and support manufacturing operations. You will navigate cGXPs, SOPs, and project procedures while ensuring safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, documentation, and hands-on testing of particle analysis equipment. A BS in a science-related field plus lab experience are required, with opportunities for growth in a global healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Science, Engineering or Math.
• 2+ years experience in quality laboratories, microbiology or sterility assurance
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels in verbal and written form, including technical/business writing
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, computer software
• Direct industry knowledge
• Ability to work independently or in teams
• Previous experience with membrane filtration for particle analysis
• Prior experience with FTIR and microscopy preferred

Responsibilities

• Applies knowledge or quickly learn cGXPs, relevant SOP curriculum, routine project procedures, project management, and other training as appropriate
• Performs a variety of projects/studies in areas that may include Product/Process, investigations, as well as projects/studies to support Manufacturing Operations
• Serves as project lead with projects of intermediate scope and cross-functional teams
• Qualifying, maintaining, and troubleshooting particle analysis equipment
• Reviewing and evaluating non-conformances, performing root cause analysis, and proposing corrective/preventive actions
• Generating and updating procedures, work instructions, test methods, and test protocols/reports
• Works with different functional groups and producing appropriate documentation in support of projects
• Able to prioritize workload and tasks

Skills

Quality control

Laboratory skills

Written communication

Team collaboration

Membrane filtration

FTIR and microscopy

Education

BS in Science/Engineering/Math

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Baxter is seeking a Quality Associate II to contribute to quality projects and support manufacturing operations. You will navigate cGXPs, SOPs, and project procedures while ensuring safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, documentation, and hands-on testing of particle analysis equipment. A BS in a science-related field plus lab experience are required, with opportunities for growth in a global healthcare setting.