Technologist

Baxter International Inc.; Cleveland (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401K match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Baxter Healthcare Corporation in Cleveland seeks an experienced Technologist to support electrical maintenance and flawless manufacturing operations. You will lead electrical tasks, install and troubleshoot circuits, and ensure codes compliance to minimize downtime.

The role requires extensive electrical experience, diagnostic skills, and the ability to work with 13.8 kV and plant power systems, while upholding safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 15 years of electrical experience.
• Capability to diagnose and set up DC equipment/controllers, generators, solenoids, relays, motors, and power supplies.

Responsibilities

• Leading general/electrical maintenance tasks.
• Performing maintenance and PMs on electrical systems.
• Building, installing, and troubleshooting electrical/control circuits for plant utilities and equipment.
• Installing transformers and overhauling equipment for maintenance and production.
• Choosing fuses, circuit breakers, and overload relays for installation or replacement.
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and following national electrical codes.
• Operating and maintaining 3-phase induction motors and in-plant power distribution systems.
• Diagnosing and servicing plant electrical systems (13,800 VAC, 480 VAC, 208 VAC, 120 VAC, etc.).
• Diagnosing issues in control circuits, including motor control circuits and PLC control circuits.
• Configuring and troubleshooting VFDs
• Performing basic pipe fitting as needed.
• Ensuring compliance with plant and departmental environmental health and safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading electrical schematics

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Volt-Ohm Meters

Meg-ohmmeters

Wiggies

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.

You will be part of a collaborative maintenance team that partners closely with operations and engineering to support manufacturing excellence. Together, the team focuses on safety, problem-solving, continuous improvement, and minimizing equipment downtime.

As a Technologist at Baxter Healthcare Corporation in Cleveland, you will play a pivotal role in our mission to Save and Sustain Lives. This position offers an outstanding opportunity to work within a world-class team dedicated to maintaining flawless operations. Your contributions will be vital to ensuring the seamless functioning of our manufacturing processes.

What we offer from Day One

We are dedicated to assisting our employees from the moment they join. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

What you'll be doing

Your responsibilities will be crucial in determining and successfully implementing solutions to maintain electrical systems and ensure continuous improvement. Specific duties include:

• Leading general/electrical maintenance tasks
• Performing maintenance and PMs on electrical systems
• Building, installing, and troubleshooting electrical/control circuits for plant utilities and equipment
• Installing transformers and overhauling equipment for maintenance and production
• Choosing fuses, circuit breakers, and overload relays for installation or replacement
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and following national electrical codes
• Operating and maintaining 3-phase induction motors and in-plant power distribution systems
• Diagnosing and servicing plant electrical systems (13,800 VAC, 480 VAC, 208 VAC, 120 VAC, etc.)
• Diagnosing issues in control circuits, including motor control circuits and PLC control circuits
• Configuring and troubleshooting VFDs
• Performing basic pipe fitting as needed
• Ensuring compliance with plant and departmental environmental health and safety regulations

What you'll bring

We are looking for ambitious candidates with proven expertise in electrical maintenance. To be successful in this role, you will need:

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 15 years of electrical experience
• Proficiency in using electrical test equipment, such as volt-ohm meters, ammeters, meg-ohmmeters, and wiggies
• Capability to diagnose and set up DC equipment/controllers, generators, solenoids, relays, motors, and power supplies
• Experience in performing industrial maintenance
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., push or pull up to 100 lbs., and raise 30 lbs. above shoulder height
• Capability to bend or stoop, ascend ladders, and reach overhead
• Ability to fulfill confined space entry requirements and operate in challenging conditions (hot/cold temperatures)
• Capability to work at heights
• Proficiency in determining the appropriate sizes for fuses, circuit breakers, overloads, transformers, and wiring
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and national electric codes
• Experience in setting up and diagnosing issues in motor control circuits, relay logic, and PLCs
• Capability to diagnose, set up, and service all plant electrical systems at all voltage levels (13,800 Volt and below)
• Basic pipe-fitting experience
• Ability to meet visual acuity requirements as detailed in the Baxter Cleveland Visual Acuity Procedure CL-01-01-037
• Audiometric testing and hearing protection requirements

We realize that compensation is an essential element as you think about the next phase of your career. At Baxter, we pledge to equitable compensation for all employees and endeavor to be more open about how we determine pay. The anticipated base salary for this position ranges from $60,000 to $75,000 annually. This range reflects the expected salary span for the role. Compensation may be above or below this range according to market data and other factors, which are subject to adjustment. Individual pay depends on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant criteria.

Applicants must have authorization to work for a U.S. employer. We cannot sponsor or transfer employment visas now.

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.

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, let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.