Technologist

Baxter International Inc.; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. is seeking a Technologist, SVP responsible for operating, repairing, and maintaining manufacturing equipment. You will lead the shift, solve problems, and ensure adherence to cGMP and safety guidelines while coordinating with other departments.

You will oversee routine maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and drive process improvements, all while training team members and ensuring efficient production in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in manufacturing or related field.
• Knowledge of cGMP manufacturing and related processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to lead a work team.

Responsibilities

• Operate, repair, troubleshoot, and maintain manufacturing equipment.
• Monitor production processes and adhere to cGMP and safety guidelines.
• Oversee shift personnel and assign roles to team.
• Lead shift tier meetings and plantwide communications.
• Set up machinery before production and ensure shift efficiency.
• Drive process improvement projects within the department.
• Train and develop team members.
• Complete relevant paperwork per GDP/GMP guidelines.
• Work in clean room environments with PPE.

Skills

3 years experience

cGMP knowledge

MS Word & Excel

Leadership skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

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:

The Technologist, SVP demonstrates skills in operating, repairing, troubleshooting and maintaining the manufacturing equipment. You will be responsible for completing all processes in production while closely adhering to cGMP, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations which could apply. In addition to being fully accountable and involved in all production processes, you will solve problems in other functional areas and act as the leader of the department for their designated shift, prioritizing workload and managing personnel resources.

What you’ll be doing:

• Basic electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, maintenance and troubleshooting of machinery.
• Troubleshoots machine issues and responds to process alarms.
• Perform routine, preventative maintenance requirements.
• Responsible for oversight of employees on shift, including employee role assignment.
• Owns/drives shift tier meetings which includes all plantwide communications specific to department, including safety protocols, etc.
• Responsible for the setup of machinery prior to production and ensuring efficiency throughout shift.
• Initiates and drives process improvement projects for the department.
• Trains and develops team members
• Complete relevant paperwork following GDP/GMP guidelines, ensuring accuracy.
• Work in a clean room environment wearing special garments and personal protective equipment (PPE).

What you’ll bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent with 3 years experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Plastic Injection Molding experience preferred, but not required.
• Must have good written verbal communication skills with the ability to follow written instructions.
• Knowledge of cGMP manufacturing and related knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must have demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills and be able to lead a work team effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
• Overtime may be required at times.
• ***Must not be allergic to Penicillin or Cephalosporin drugs***

Compensation

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 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 upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

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, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.