Quality Lab Associate I - Chemistry (7pm-7am)
Baxter International Inc.
Summary
Baxter International Inc. is an American multinational healthcare company headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois, founded in 1931. As a leading global medical device manufacturer, Baxter specializes in developing and producing essential medical products for treating chronic and acute medical conditions. The company operates across three primary business segments: Medical Products and Therapies, Healthcare Systems and Technologies, and Pharmaceuticals. Baxter's extensive product portfolio includes intravenous (IV) solutions, infusion pumps, dialysis equipment for kidney disease treatment, surgical technologies, and hospital pharmaceuticals. With approximately 38,000 employees worldwide and annual revenues exceeding $10 billion, Baxter plays a critical role in global healthcare infrastructure. The company is particularly known for its leadership in IV fluid production, manufacturing approximately 60% of the intravenous fluids used in the United States. Baxter's innovations include pioneering developments in artificial kidney technology and advanced surgical products, serving healthcare providers across more than 100 countries. The company maintains a strong commitment to research and development, investing significantly in medical technology advancements that improve patient outcomes and healthcare delivery efficiency.
Job description
What you'll be doing
- Analyze organic or inorganic compounds to determine chemical or physical properties using chromatography, spectroscopy, or spectrophotometry techniques.
- Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed.
- Prepare test solutions, compounds, standards or reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct tests.
- Follow laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with standards or to make improvements as needed.
- Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.
- Purchase laboratory supplies, such as chemicals.
- Operate lab equipment such as pipettes, burets, balances, hot plates, etc.
- Review samples received, logs samples, and enter data into computer database (LIMS).
- Responsible for general housekeeping of laboratory and test suites.
- Sustain a clean and safe work environment using 6S principles.
- Perform routine laboratory and safety audits.
- Use sophisticated laboratory instrumentation and computer systems to collect and record data.
- Perform advanced chemical assays requiring precise analytical skills and understanding of chemistry principles.
- Complete all testing, including special project/protocol testing in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs and specifications, FDA, GLP, QSR and cGMP regulations.
- Investigate deviations and write exception documents.
- Work under minimum supervision.
What you'll bring
- B.S. degree in Natural Sciences: Chemistry preferred.
- Minimum 1 years of experience in a Chemistry Laboratory or Master's Degree in Natural Sciences with relevant experience in a Chemistry Laboratory, preferably in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry.
- Digital literacy/knowledge of Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel).
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Must have a basic understanding of laboratory instrumentation.
- Good documentation skills and knowledge of GDPs (Good Documentation Practices).
- Able to manage multiple tasks/priorities in a timely manner.
- Familiarity with LIMS (or equivalent system) and TrackWise.
- Must be proficient with at least three of the following lab techniques HPLC, GC, AA, Flame Photometry, FTIR, UV-Vis Spectroscopy.
Requirements
- B.S. degree in Natural Sciences: Chemistry preferred
- Minimum 1 years of experience in a Chemistry Laboratory or Master's Degree in Natural Sciences with relevant experience in a Chemistry Laboratory
- Digital literacy/knowledge of Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel)
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Basic understanding of laboratory instrumentation
- Good documentation skills and knowledge of GDPs (Good Documentation Practices)
- Able to manage multiple tasks/priorities in a timely manner
- Familiarity with LIMS (or equivalent system) and TrackWise
- Proficient with at least three of the following lab techniques: HPLC, GC, AA, Flame Photometry, FTIR, UV-Vis Spectroscopy
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401(k) Matching
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Educational Assistance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Commuting Benefits
- Employee Discount Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Childcare Benefits
Company overview
Baxter International Inc. is an American multinational healthcare company headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois, founded in 1931. As a leading global medical device manufacturer, Baxter specializes in developing and producing essential medical products for treating chronic and acute medical conditions. The company operates across three primary business segments: Medical Products and Therapies, Healthcare Systems and Technologies, and Pharmaceuticals. Baxter's extensive product portfolio includes intravenous (IV) solutions, infusion pumps, dialysis equipment for kidney disease treatment, surgical technologies, and hospital pharmaceuticals. With approximately 38,000 employees worldwide and annual revenues exceeding $10 billion, Baxter plays a critical role in global healthcare infrastructure. The company is particularly known for its leadership in IV fluid production, manufacturing approximately 60% of the intravenous fluids used in the United States. Baxter's innovations include pioneering developments in artificial kidney technology and advanced surgical products, serving healthcare providers across more than 100 countries. The company maintains a strong commitment to research and development, investing significantly in medical technology advancements that improve patient outcomes and healthcare delivery efficiency.