Extrusion Operator - Day shift

Overview

Extrusion Operator - Day shift at Baxter International Inc.

Location:

Alliston facility, Ontario, Canada

We are seeking an energetic, hard-working extrusion operator to work on the Day shift (Monday to Thursday, 6:00 – 16:00).

At Baxter, we believe every person deserves a chance to live a healthy life. Our Mission is to Save and Sustain Lives, and we are driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. We strive for efficient and effective operations and hold ourselves accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Responsibilities and expectations are described below. This role involves operating the extrusion line, ensuring proper materials, adjusting processes as needed to produce a quality product, and performing QA documentation for the Extrusion department.

Team and culture:
We value teamwork, open communication, and a focus on quality and safety. Dress and gowning requirements include safety glasses, safety shoes, ear plugs, jumpsuit, hood, hairnet, beard cover, gloves, isolation mask, and boots (additional PPE when cleaning).

Pay and benefits information is provided by the recruiter. This posting is for an existing vacancy;
Baxter may use AI tools to assist in screening candidates as part of our recruitment process. Benefits discussed may include Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, and medical/dental coverage from day one.

Equal Employment Opportunity and accommodations:
Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. For more information, please refer to our Recruitment Fraud Notice and pay philosophy below.

Responsibilities

• Operate the extrusion line and ensure correct materials are used; make adjustments to produce a quality product.
• Perform line clearance, die changes, and quality checks; document and release product from the extrusion department.
• Assemble and prepare packaging (boxes with liners, pack tubing, label and strap skids) and manage related materials using GME to order raw materials as necessary.
• Set up and adjust machinery to maintain product quality; support Lean initiatives, including 6S.
• Collaborate with team to maintain a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.

Continual and rotational duties

• Apply thorough quality standards, SOPs, and cGMP practices; notify supervisor of safety, quality, or mechanical discrepancies and take appropriate action.
• Maintain a clean work area using 6S principles and sustain compliance with GMP requirements.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required (proof may be requested).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment; experience with repetitive tasks.
• Manufacturing/Quality experience in a GMP environment; experience in food or manufacturing industries is a plus.
• Demonstrated good attendance, performance, and attitude; ability to work overtime as required.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues; able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Experience documenting data per applicable guidelines; ability to comprehend Baxter specifications and SOPs and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Equipment experience:
  Extruder, trolleys, walkies, gauges, cutter, coiler, and computer tools.

Compensation

Pay rate: $29.70 per hour. Eligible for shift premium on eligible hours. Details discussed with the recruiter during interviews.

Legal and Compliance

• Recruitment Fraud Notice:
  Baxter warns about employment scams. Please review the Fraud Notice for information on protecting yourself.
• Reasonable Accommodations:
  Baxter provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities; contact us to request accommodation.
• Equal Employment Opportunity:
  Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Tags

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Medical Equipment Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Hospitals and Health Care

Note:

This posting reflects a current vacancy within our organization. We welcome qualified candidates to apply.