Quality Lab Supervisor,

Baxter International Inc.; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage from day 1

401(k) plan with company match

Paid holidays and PTO 20–35 days

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. is seeking a Quality Lab Supervisor to oversee daily lab operations, ensuring timely and accurate testing of materials and environmental monitoring in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting.

The role leads laboratory personnel, maintains data integrity, and drives compliance with FDA, cGMP, GLP, USP, and related requirements to support product quality and manufacturing success. Strong supervisory and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related science.
• 4–6 years of healthcare industry experience.
• Knowledge of lab instrumentation including HPLC, UV, IR, GC and mass spectrometry.
• Excellent supervisory and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate with staff and managers.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily laboratory operations support and control workflow.
• Conduct performance development discussions with direct reports and document progress.
• Supervise safety measures in the laboratory.
• Ensure timely completion of all testing and project work.
• Implement quality and regulatory requirements (FDA, GLP, cGMP, USP) and SOPs.
• Mentor and develop laboratory analysts through coaching and training.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Interpersonal communication

Communication with staff and managers

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

UV

IR

GC

Mass spectrometry

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

The Quality Lab Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the laboratory, ensuring the timely and accurate testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished pharmaceutical products, and environmental monitoring samples. This role leads and develops laboratory personnel while maintaining compliance with FDA, cGMP, GLP, USP, and other regulatory requirements. The supervisor drives operational excellence by ensuring data integrity, laboratory safety, equipment reliability, staff training, and continuous improvement initiatives that support product quality, regulatory compliance, and manufacturing success

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide support for daily operation of the laboratory and control of workflow. Implement testing standards and policies.
• Conduct regular performance and development discussions with direct reports, provide timely and constructive feedback, establish and document performance improvement plans when appropriate, and monitor progress to ensure sustained improvement and accountability.
• Supervise safety measures of laboratory. Assist personnel and enhance their performance.
• Ensure completion of all testing, including special project / protocol testing in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Assist in implementing quality and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, GLP, QSR, cGMP, and USP rules and guidelines), and ensure compliance with testing SOPs and specifications.
• Monitor the testing techniques and accuracy of all records and documentation in the laboratory.
• Participate in pro-active functions that impact production, increase efficiency, solve problems, generate cost savings, improve quality, and provide new product support.
• Ensure employees are properly trained. Make appropriate staffing decisions.
• Prepare, review, and revise, as required, SOPs, specifications, and associated training materials; communicate changes and ensure required training updates are completed and documented.
• Ensure equipment maintenance and calibration, and internal audits are performed on schedule.
• Lead out-of-limit and laboratory investigations, identify root causes and corrective actions, and document investigation outcomes accurately and promptly in the TrackWise system.
• Review and approve laboratory records, test results, investigations, and related documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, data integrity, and compliance with approved procedures.
• Mentor and develop laboratory analysts by providing technical coaching, troubleshooting guidance, performance feedback, and support for training and qualification activities.
• Communicate proactively with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other support functions regarding testing priorities and delays, out-of-limit or atypical results, laboratory safety concerns, and potential product or production impacts; coordinate timely escalation, investigation support, and follow-up actions through resolution.

Work Environment / Working Conditions

• ***This position requires work in a facility that manufactures penicillin products; therefore, candidates Must not be allergic to Penicillin and Cephalosporin or their related products and /or materials.***
• May be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Exposure to pharmaceutical materials, chemicals, and manufacturing environments.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, or related science with Chemistry coursework
• 4-6 years of experience in the healthcare industry.
• Must have knowledge of the operation and troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation—including HPLC, UV, IR, GC, and mass spectrometry—as well as, quality and regulatory requirements applicable to pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing laboratories.
• Must possess excellent supervisory and interpersonal skills and be able to communicate with subordinates, peers, and managers.

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 $80,000 - $110,000 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. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

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.