Subassembly Operator (7:00pm - 7:00am)
Baxter International Inc.
Summary
As an Operator, Subassembly, you operate and monitor machines that produce components used in the manufacturing of flexible containers which hold IV therapies, premixed drugs, renal therapies and other sterile solutions, and inspect and perform quality checks on the finished components.
Job description
Your Role at Baxter
As an Operator, Subassembly, you operate and monitor machines that produce components used in the manufacturing of flexible containers which hold IV therapies, premixed drugs, renal therapies and other sterile solutions, and inspect and perform quality checks on the finished components.
What You'll Be Doing
- Operate, monitor and make minor adjustments as necessary to subassembly machinery.
- Load and replenish production supplies (i.e. tubing, membrane tape) at a rate consistent with production needs.
- 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 a sample of the finished components and ensure that the quality standards have been met.
- Package the finished components and stage them for transfer to Kiefel or Filling.
- Test, inspect and package Inter-Plant Shipping Orders (IPSO).
- Document required information on manufacturing logs and/or POMS system.
- Investigate, identify and correct or escalate any inefficiency in the machine's performance.
- Multitask and keep pace with several machines at once.
- Execute a machine changeover when assigned.
- Perform and document scheduled cleaning activities.
- Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical or discrepancy issues occur.
- Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles including maintaining and securing provided tools.
What You'll Bring
- High School Diploma or GED and must be at least 18 years of age.
- CRC (Career Readiness Certification) at the Silver level preferred.
- One year of manufacturing experience 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.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand/walk continuously throughout the shift and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Normal visual acuity is necessary.
- Climb on a ladder, reach above shoulder level, reach at or below shoulder level, twist and bend at the neck, twist and bend at the waist, squat and balance.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Basic English written and oral communication skills
- Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions
- Read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings
- Ability to perform basic mathematics
- Proficient with calculator and measurement tools
- Proficient with basic hand tools
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to stand/walk continuously throughout the shift
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Normal visual acuity
- Ability to climb, reach, twist, bend, squat and balance
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 160 hours Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Matching
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- Commuting Benefits
- Employee Discount Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Childcare Benefits
- Shift Flexibility
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.