This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. 

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. 

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission. 

Your Role at Baxter

This is where my hands make life-sustaining products!

You are driven by the knowledge that the products you help make saves and sustain lives. You can move quickly, address questions, and encourage teammates, all while getting quality products out on time. You are calm, positive, and a key part of a fast-paced environment that emphasizes camaraderie and teamwork!

As a Machine Operator, you will set up, run & maintain automated machines in Cuff Department. You must have a high level of mechanical skills with the capability to use root cause analysis to troubleshoot machining issues to diagnose and fix issues that arise with a high sense of urgency to achieve departmental goals.

Your Team

Baxter is focused on saving and sustaining lives by manufacturing high-quality products. We strive to create quality products for our customers each day.

Delivering life-saving products is about getting them right, and attention to detail is how we make sure we meet that challenge. We are a team that supports each other throughout each shift. Working together in a supportive and open culture makes our processes evolve for the better and engages our workforce.

What You'll Be Doing:

Set-up, run and maintain the automated machines in the Cuff Department

Read and follow drawings and other related instructional and quality documents related to the product

Operate Calibrated Leak Testing Equipment, plus use calipers and other measuring devices

Perform routine assembly operations, including folding, labeling and boxing product.

Use basic computer software, such as SAP, HMI controls &/or PC software to keep the machines operational

Diagnose, fix, or get technical support to take care of faulty operations and/or equipment malfunctions

Work with Group Leaders, Supervisors, technical support and/or other team members to offer suggestions for improvements, help to resolve manufacturing issues, and monitor production for manufacturing results.

Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate inventory count of completed work as well as monitoring work and insuring requirements are being met regarding schedule, quality and quantity.

You may package component parts or assemblies for shipment, ensuring protection from potential shipment damage and that all vital parts and instructions are present.

What You'll Bring:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

Demonstrated experience in a manufacturing or production setting.

You must demonstrate a strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to read drawings with solid computer skills.

Basic computer skills, SAP and HMI experience is a plus.

Leadership skills preferred.

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures accurately.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with team members and supervisors.

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

· Experience with quality control procedures and documentation is a plus.

Good mechanical dexterity/eyesight, be able to read, write and use basic math; maintain a high degree of accuracy in performing repetitive tasks.

The successful candidate is able to adapt to a changing work environment, including increased automation, change in production methods or sequences and rotation among workstations.

You may be requested to work overtime, as needed.

Must have good verbal and written skills, can keep records, have basic problem-solving skills and able to train and work with a diverse group of people.

Physical Requirements:

Working Hours: 6:45am to 7:00pm (days) OR6:45pm to 7:00am (nights) - Every other full weekend off.

Able to lift 40lbs and work in various positions: standing, sitting, and working on repetitive jobs/assemblies include hand manipulation.

Visual acuity of 20/25 or better, with corrective lenses as needed, required.

Color visual acuity 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 our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. To that end, this position has a pay rate of $24.00 to $27.00 an hour.

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

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.

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