Production Technician , Fill​/Pouch

Overview

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.

The Fill Production Technician I is a Salaried Non-Exempt position which contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives by supplying, operating, and maintaining various equipment in the Fill areas. Additional tasks include the performance and documentation of all quality checks for responsible equipment as well as inspection of product at all times.

• Operate, monitor and make adjustments as necessary to manual and automated filling equipment and machines using controls on an electrical control panel (HMI) or by way of manual adjustments.
• Set-up load and replenish production supplies by use of a powered industrial truck (PIT) at a rate consistent with production needs.
• Perform minor routine and preventative maintenance such as alignment adjustments, replacement of machine parts or belts, cleaning and lubrication while supporting Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Reconcile headcount needed on a per shift basis based on schedule production demands.
• Perform scheduled quality checks, disposition product, identify any deviations that may occur and take the appropriate action to include stopping production on the machine if necessary.
• Inspect finished product to ensure quality standards are being met.
• Complete batch/code changes, tank changes, as well as sub lots as needed.
• Document required information on manufacturing logs and/or POMS system.
• Investigate, identify and correct or escalate any inefficiency in the machine's performance including mechanical wear, alignment, adjustment, and setup issues.
• Develop standard work for troubleshooting and setups/changeovers.
• Read blueprints and use tools to measure the product, ensuring the output meets specifications, making adjustments/repairs as needed.
• Perform and document scheduled cleaning activities.
• Assist in Quality Improvement or VIP programs if required.
• Work with Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor to coordinate training requirements for line staff.
• Train new associates on responsible processes.
• Ensure the proper use, care, and storage of tools and equipment.
• Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical or discrepancy issues occur.
• Learn, understand and apply meticulous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles including maintaining and securing provided tools.

• High School Diploma or GED and must be at least 18 years of age.
• CRC (Career Readiness Certification) at the Silver level preferred.
• Production Technician or manufacturing experience with duties including preventative maintenance, machine troubleshooting, etc. preferred.
• Basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members.
• Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Proficient in how to use a calculator and measurement tools as well as basic hand tools.
• Basic computer skills.

• This position requires frequent grasping, pushing/pulling and reaching with hands and arms. The position also involves lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally throughout the shift.
• Pass the Powered Industrial Truck (P.I.T.) physical.
• Normal visual acuity and the ability to…