Sr. Opex Engineer

Baxter International Inc.; Jayuya (PR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

Disability & Life Insurance

Vision Plan

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Plan

Stock Purchase Program

Educational Assistance Plan

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. in Jayuya, Puerto Rico, seeks a Lean Excellence Leader to drive performance improvement across the Growth and Performance System (GPS) and Lean/Six Sigma initiatives.

You will partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Leadership to embed a culture of operational excellence, deliver cost savings, and build capability through training and coaching.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing or continuous improvement experience.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams on improvement projects.
• Solid understanding of cGMP, FDA and EHS regulations.
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical methods.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead site performance improvement initiatives through GPS to achieve operational excellence maturity targets.
• Partner with site leadership to identify, prioritize, and execute improvement projects aligned with strategic goals and business needs.
• Drive cultural transformation by promoting Lean thinking, problem-solving methodologies, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Lead Margin Improvement program (MIP) and ensure achievement of annual cost savings, efficiency, and productivity targets.
• Facilitate and coach cross-functional teams on Lean/Six Sigma tools, including root cause analysis, process mapping, and statistical problem-solving techniques.
• Support the development and execution of the Site Strategic Plan, including goal setting, performance tracking, and governance processes.
• Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve cycle times, optimize production flows, and enhance manufacturing and business processes.
• Design and implement Key Performance Indicators to monitor process performance, team effectiveness, and continuous improvement progress.
• Support the Lean Daily Management System to ensure consistent execution and accountability at all organizational levels.
• Lead training initiatives to build Lean and Operational Excellence capabilities across the site.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, cGMP, FDA regulations, and external standards through robust process improvements.
• Collaborate with global and divisional teams to share best practices and drive standardization efforts.
• Actively support Environmental, Health, and Safety programs, promoting a zero-harm workplace.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Communication skills

Cross-functional teams

FDA regulations

EHS regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Statistical tools

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.

You’ll be part of a cross-functional team focused on driving performance improvement and continuous transformation across the Jayuya Manufacturing Site. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Leadership teams to embed a culture of Operational Excellence through the Growth and Performance System (GPS) and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental,
• Disability, and Life Insurance Coverage
• Vision Plan
• Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Plan Employee
• Stock Purchase Program
• Educational Assistance Plan

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and support site performance improvement initiatives through the implementation of the Growth and Performance System (GPS) to achieve operational excellence maturity targets.
• Partner with site leadership to identify, prioritize, and execute continuous improvement projects aligned with strategic goals and business needs.
• Drive cultural transformation by promoting Lean thinking, problem-solving methodologies, and a continuous improvement mindset across all levels of the organization.
• Lead Margin Improvement program (MIP) and ensure achievement of annual cost savings, efficiency, and productivity targets.
• Facilitate and coach cross-functional teams on Lean/Six Sigma tools, including root cause analysis, process mapping, and statistical problem-solving techniques.
• Support the development and execution of the Site Strategic Plan, including goal setting, performance tracking, and governance processes.
• Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve cycle times, optimize production flows, and enhance manufacturing and business processes.
• Design and implement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor process performance, team effectiveness, and continuous improvement progress.
• Support the Lean Daily Management System (LDMS) to ensure consistent execution and accountability at all organizational levels.
• Lead training initiatives to build Lean and Operational Excellence capabilities across the site.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, cGMP, FDA regulations, and external standards through robust process improvements.
• Collaborate with global and divisional teams to share best practices and drive standardization efforts.
• Actively support Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs, promoting a zero-harm workplace and ensuring adherence to all safety requirements.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing, continuous improvement, or a related environment.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and continuous improvement tools.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing improvement projects from concept through execution.
• Solid understanding of cGMP, FDA, and EHS regulations.
• Proficiency in data analysis, statistical tools, and process improvement methodologies.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and influencing skills.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities.

Bilingual proficiency (English and Spanish).

Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) preferred.

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.

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Reasonable Accommodations

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