Tech, Calibration QA

Zvh; Kentucky; On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage starting 1

401(k) retirement plan

ESPP

Job summary

Baxter in Medina, NY is seeking a Calibration Technician to support calibration and equipment activities for manufacturing and service operations. This is an on-site role located in Medina, NY, encouraging five days per week in-person collaboration.

You will follow procedures to ensure electrical, electronic, mechanical, and analytical equipment meets standards, test and calibrate instruments, maintain and troubleshoot equipment, and document calibration activities in approved procedures.

Qualifications

• High School diploma GED or 2 years College, Technical Trade School or US Military training in electronics is preferred.
• Prior calibration experience is beneficial but not required for candidates with strong technical aptitude and mechanical skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures to ensure electrical, electronic, mechanical, and analytical measuring equipment meets industry standards.
• Test and calibrate indicating and recording equipment to ensure accurate readings.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment and perform repairs as needed.
• Perform calibration and equipment support activities to keep manufacturing and service equipment accurate and available.
• Complete calibration documentation in accordance with approved procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Technical aptitude

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

Education

High School diploma or GED

2 years college electronics

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Access

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 These are the employment prerequisites and job responsibilities for the Calibration Technician position, reporting to the Manager, QA Systems. The Calibration Technician supports calibration and equipment activities for manufacturing and service operations. This position provides an excellent opportunity for individuals with strong mechanical or technical aptitude to develop expertise in calibration, instrumentation, and equipment support within a regulated medical device environment. Important: This position is located in Medina, NY and is designed as an onsite role, with an encouraged presence of five (5) days per week to foster collaboration, innovation, and connection across the team. Baxter is seeking candidates who reside within a reasonable commuting distance and are able to regularly support the business through in-person engagement and partnership at the Medina site.

What You'll Be Doing

• This position is responsible for following procedures to ensure that electrical, electronic, mechanical, and analytical measuring equipment meets industry standards.
• Accurately test and calibrate indicating and recording equipment so that they give proper readings.
• Maintaining equipment, troubleshooting equipment (to the component level) and repairing any damage.
• Perform assigned calibration and equipment support activities to help ensure manufacturing and service equipment remains accurate and available for use.
• Complete calibration and equipment documentation in accordance with approved procedures.
• Operate various electronic meters and test equipment.
• Read blueprints, schematics and follow written instructions.
• Able to perform tasks assigned with minimal supervision.
• Support investigation and troubleshooting of equipment issues affecting manufacturing operations.
• Process quality related documentation in an FDA regulated facility as it relates to calibration and equipment.
• Ability to use various software packages such as MS Excel, Word, and Access Databases.
• Support internal and external calibration activities as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• High School diploma GED or 2 years of College, Technical Trade School or US Military training in electronics is preferred.
• Prior calibration experience is beneficial but not required for candidates with strong technical aptitude, mechanical skills, and a desire to learn.
• Working experience in medical devices or related industry preferred.
• Good Manufacturing Practices and Medical Device Regulations.
• Good math and reading skills.
• Computer literate.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Basic mechanical ability and understanding, to include a demonstrated mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn calibration techniques and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of Anti-static precautions for working with static-sensitive electronic components.
• Working safely with electricity.
• Ability to learn the functions of infusion pumps and their various configurations.

Physical Demands

• Able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally.
• Able to sit and stand throughout the day.
• Dynamic lifting capability: Must have the ability to lift and carry 15 pounds from floor to shoulder and lift 2 pounds from shoulder to overhead.
• Must also have the capability to push and pull a maximum force of 6 pounds.

Work Environment

This is a manufacturing environment regulated by the FDA and many other work rules to prevent damage to the product we manufacture. Some of those work rules include but are not limited to: Wearing a static protective smock at all times while in the manufacturing/production area. Wearing a ground wrist strap and plugging that wrist strap into the working table. Working in close proximity to other employees. Working in an environment that is temperature and humidity controlled. Non-routine exposure to de-greasers, oils, electronic equipment cleaners.

Compensation

The estimated base salary for this position is $49,600.00 - $68,200.00 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 location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage that start on day one.
• Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Educational assistance programs.
• 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.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee Discount Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Childcare benefits.

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. 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.

No matter your role at Baxter, your talent, skills, and time has a direct impact on people's lives. Since 1931, we have been at the forefront of innovation by bringing smarter, more personalized care to patients around the world. Now, we're more determined than ever to make a lasting impact as we are redefining healthcare delivery across the care journey. Our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives motivates us as we create a culture in which each of us can succeed. This is where you belong.