Senior Quality Associate – U.S. Depot Ops (Hybrid)

Baxter International; Town of Skaneateles (NY); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Baxter is seeking a Quality Associate III to own and drive QMS processes for U.S. depot operations, based in Skaneateles Falls, NY. You will collaborate with Canadian teams to standardize practices and ensure regulatory compliance across UCAN.

Independently evaluate complex issues, apply risk-based decisions, and support continuous improvement through audits, CAPAs, and investigations. Hybrid/onsite work with up to 25% travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related technical discipline.
• Five or more years of experience in Quality, Service, Manufacturing, or a regulated environment.
• Medical device industry experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage Quality Management System processes for U.S. depot operations.
• Serve as primary Quality representative for U.S. depot operations and align UCAN.
• Evaluate documentation, controls, validations, and adherence to procedures.
• Identify and resolve complex quality issues using risk-based decision making.
• Lead investigations, CAPAs, change controls, and quality records within delegated authority.
• Plan depot risk-based assessments and drive corrective actions across locations.
• Lead audit readiness and monitor quality metrics for continuous improvement.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Risk assessment

Communication

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/science/technical discipline

Job description

Baxter is seeking a Quality Associate III to own and drive QMS processes for U.S. depot operations, based in Skaneateles Falls, NY. You will collaborate with Canadian teams to standardize practices and ensure regulatory compliance across UCAN.

Independently evaluate complex issues, apply risk-based decisions, and support continuous improvement through audits, CAPAs, and investigations. Hybrid/onsite work with up to 25% travel may be required.