Quality Technician I - R & I

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 your creativity addresses challenges

The Quality Technician is a position which contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives by ensuring our products and packaging meet exacting quality standards through a variety of sampling, testing and analytical processes.

Your Team at Baxter

Cleveland’s technology and automation are groundbreaking. It is the U.S. sole source for plastic pour bottles, glass IV, and various reconstitution devices. This facility has a number of major product lines with a diverse array of automated manufacturing technologies ranging from bottle solution filling, injection molding, and device assembly.

Our Cleveland plant has been an integral part of Baxter for over 60 years. The work is challenging and rewarding, as Baxter offers competitive compensation and benefits. Baxter encourages and values every employee and believes that all can make a contribution to advancing healthcare for patients; work to be proud of.

What we offer from Day One

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

What you'll be doing

• Must assure Quality functions in Receiving and Inspection are carried out according to specifications, SOPs, JIBs, and GMPs.
• Must review and follow-up on specification and SOP changes as vital to assure compliance to accurate departmental procedures.
• Must capture data from raw material testing through use of required inspection and testing equipment to provide accurate feedback to management.
• Must assist with raw material testing for protocols and mold approvals.
• Must make decisions with and without supervisory assistance in regards to areas of responsibility.
• Must have computer skills to be able to enter information into the Materials Management System (MMS) for raw material sampling, inspection/testing, and disposition.
• Must make decisions with and without supervisory assistance in regard to areas of responsibility. Optimally connect with Manufacturing and Quality Management.
• Must have knowledge of both plant and department environmental health and safety regulations and follow said regulations accordingly.

What you'll bring

• High School Diploma required
• Associate’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience plus 1 year related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of measurement methods and various tools needed to perform dimensional and physical test procedures
• Experience in Quality Management preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate accurate sample and test techniques
• Mathematical competence
• Knowledge of measurement methods
• Ability to perform accurate sampling techniques (i.e., torque, chemical, etc.)
• Ability to pay attention to details
• Ability to perform SPC techniques
• Ability to work with computer systems
• Must be able to use weight scales
• Ability to react quickly and efficiently to non-standard conditions on line.
• Ability to assist in protocol evaluation performed in particular area or responsibility.
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to climb on ladders
• Audiometric testing and hearing protection required
• Candidates must meet visual acuity requirements as documented in Baxter Cleveland Visual Acuity procedure CL-01-01-037.
• Ability to work in unfavorable conditions (hot/cold temperatures)
• Ability to lift above the shoulder up to 20 pounds
• Ability to reach above shoulder
• Ability to bend/stoop
• Ability to stand for long periods of time

Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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 employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $35,200 - $48,400 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than that of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

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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