Team Leader, Kitting

Baxter; Skaneateles Falls (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off 20–35 days

Job summary

Baxter in the United States is seeking a Group Leader for the Manufacturing team to lead a kitting group, coordinate production, and ensure timely deliveries.

You will drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, mentor operators, ensure quality and regulatory compliance, manage inventory, and partner with QA, Supply Chain, and Production to meet business goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of kitting/assembly/manufacturing experience in a regulated medical environment.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Strong attention to detail and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to coordinate across Production, Quality, Supply Chain.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the kitting team to drive excellence and accountability.
• Oversee timely and accurate assembly of medical device kits per SOPs.
• Ensure product quality and regulatory compliance with QA coordination.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and coordinate material replenishment.
• Complete operational records and performance reports per policy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and priorities.
• Drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to improve safety, quality, delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

CSCP/CPIM certification preferred

Tools

MS Office

Inventory software

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:

In this pivotal role on our Manufacturing team, you will work collaboratively with Supervisors and Materials Planning to determine staff requirements, prioritize work to ensure that customer deliveries are achieved, and that production plans are successfully implemented! As a motivated and upbeat leader, you have proven leadership abilities and hands-on capability! As the Group Leader, you will take the lead and give direction to a group of operators as well as coordinate and prioritize work schedules and assign tasks. You will be the first level of escalation to resolve production issues and ensure tasks are met.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead, coach, and develop kitting team members by providing direction, performance feedback, training, and ongoing support to drive operational excellence, accountability, and a collaborative team culture.
• Oversee the timely and accurate assembly of medical device kits and components, ensuring compliance with production schedules, specifications, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure product quality and regulatory compliance by conducting inspections, identifying and resolving discrepancies, and partnering with Quality teams to address non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by monitoring component availability, conducting inventory audits, and coordinating material replenishment to support uninterrupted production operations.
• Complete and maintain accurate operational records, quality documentation, and performance reports in accordance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and audit standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations, to resolve issues, communicate priorities, and support business objectives.
• Drive process improvement initiatives by identifying operational efficiencies, supporting Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, and implementing best practices that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.

What You'll Bring

• Demonstrated leadership experience motivating and developing high-performing teams in a manufacturing, assembly, or production environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and collaborate effectively across functions.
• Proficiency with inventory management systems, Microsoft Office applications, and related business software.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in kitting, assembly, manufacturing, or related operations, preferably within a regulated medical device or healthcare environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and coordinating production or assembly activities.
• CSCP, CPIM, or related supply chain/materials management certification preferred but not required.

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 $49,600 - $68,200 annually. The estimated salary is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits.

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)

• 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.

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

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally.