Team Assembler (1st Shift)

Baxter Healthcare; Batesville, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage from day 1

Paid time off 20–35 days

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Baxter Healthcare in Batesville, IN, is hiring for an assembly line role focused on producing hospital beds and stretchers. You will follow SOPs to assemble parts, inspect quality, and troubleshoot issues to maintain safety and efficiency. The position emphasizes teamwork and accuracy in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

High school diploma or GED is required. The site offers comprehensive benefits, including health coverage and strong time-off options as part of Baxter’s commitment to

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to follow SOPs and maintain safety.
• Attention to detail and teamwork required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble parts and components in prescribed sequence and location.
• Visually inspect work to ensure quality.
• Perform adjustments, rework and repairs as necessary.
• Test for quality as required.
• Ensure quality and productivity through teamwork and problem solving.
• Communicate issues and solutions to team members per procedures.
• Document and chart production data to aid problem identification and scheduling.
• Assist teammates to ensure quality output and smooth workflow.
• Troubleshoot problems when necessary.
• Train and assist other operators as required.
• Evaluate defective material and tooling and identify potential stoppages.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and equipment per safety regulations.

Skills

SOP adherence

Quality inspection

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

This is whereyour 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

This is where my hands make life-sustaining products

In this role, you will work on the assembly line as part of a collaborative team, contributing to the efficient and accurate production of hospital beds and stretchers. You will be responsible for following all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure each product is assembled correctly, safely, and to quality standards. By maintaining attention to detail and working closely with your team, to help support smooth operations and high‑quality output.

Your Team

Nestled in the scenic hills of southeastern Indiana, Batesville is more than a great place to live—it’s home to Baxter’s thriving facility, where purposeful work meets a supportive community. Since 1956, our 765,000 sq. ft. site has grown to over 700 employees united by a mission: to save and sustain lives. At Baxter, your time and talent matter—because every role helps deliver life‑saving innovations to those who need them most.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assemble various parts and components in prescribed sequence and location.
• Visually check and inspect work to ensure proper quality.
• Perform all adjustments, rework and repairs as necessary.
• Test for quality as required
• Responsible for both quality and quantity of work: Participate in team activities and problem solving sessions as required.
• Communicate problems and/or solutions to appropriate team member. Must follow processes and procedures as written.
• As needed, document and/or chart production data to aid in problem identification, quality feedback and production scheduling.
• Assist other team members duties to ensure quality product and smooth flow.
• Troubleshoot problems when necessary.
• Train, instruct and assist other operators in their duties as required.
• Evaluate defective material and tooling, faulty operations, questionable conditions and potential work stoppages.
• Ensure that work area and equipment are maintained in a clean, orderly and safe condition. Follow prescribed safety regulations.

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or (GED) General Education Degree

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 our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. To that end, this position has a salary pay rate of $21.58. The pay rate is based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location.

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

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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

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1125 East Pearl Street|Batesville, IN 47006|United States of America