Maintenance Mechanic II - GLC (8th Shift: 7pm-7am)

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

The Maintenance Mechanic II is an hourly position which contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives by ensuring safe and efficient operation of Material Handling Equipment in the Global Logistics Center. Support production manufacturing operations in the repair and maintenance of material handling and personnel transportation equipment.

Your Team

Baxter is focused on saving and sustaining lives by finding solutions to complex problems. Each day, the manufacturing team strives to create quality products for our customers—and are sometimes met with unforeseen issues to tackle. The high-caliber talent at Baxter meets these challenges head-on, as a team, to create products with the customer's needs top-of-mind.

What we offer from Day One

• Shift flexibility to trade shifts and leverage overtime opportunities
• 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

• Repair and maintain Material Handling Equipment in the Global Logistics Center. This includes but is not limited to; Electric and internal combustion forklifts, (LGV’s) Laser Guided Vehicles, Personnel transport vehicles, electric and manual chain hoist, manual pallet jacks, trailer jacks, dock boards and dock lock devices, dock doors, stretch wrap machines, conveyor systems, printers, labelers, pallet racking, multi-shifters, battery changing equipment, battery chargers.
• Requires electrical troubleshooting and repair, hydraulic troubleshooting and repair, mechanical troubleshooting and repair, and general welding.
• Rebuild and modify material handling equipment to support technology improvements and control parts cost.
• Perform all Preventive Maintenance on a timely basis.
• Install Global Logistics Center equipment.
• Fabricate and install machine guards and covers.
• Perform general plumbing, pipefitting, and welding tasks.
• Provide technical training for registered apprentices and manufacturing employees when assigned by supervision.
• Maintain 6S standards in all work areas.
• Perform all required documentation accurately and without error.
• Be knowledgeable of Corporate Specification, North Cove Standard Operation Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices relating to the Replenishment Center.
• Perform maintenance tasks and activities in other areas of the plant when required for support of the overall maintenance effort.

What you’ll bring

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Associate degree in a technical related subject area (i.e., Industrial Maintenance) preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of mechanical systems repair, industrial maintenance or equivalent is preferred.
• Use hand tools, power tools and specialized instruments for testing D.C and A.C motor control circuitry.
• Occasionally required to work in areas that are hot, cold, noisy, or dirty.
• Must exercise caution while working around moving equipment and equipment on jacks or other lifting devices.
• Must have 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.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Well organized
• Self-motivated to achieve goals and require little supervision.
• Ability to develop a concept from general requirements.
• The position requires the ability to individually lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to bend/stoop, squat, climb, reach above shoulder level, reach at or below shoulder level, twist and bend at the neck, twist and bend at the waist and balance.
• Must conform to the North Cove dress code and safety procedures for this job.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

**Due to the nature of this position, the ability to work most holidays, some weekends and plant shut down periods is required.

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 our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. To that end, this position has a salary pay rate of $27.95, plus shift differential for off shifts. The pay rate is based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, department, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Overtime is worked as required. Some job duties are performed on a rotating basis.

The successful candidate for this job may be required to verify that he or she has been vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to reasonable accommodations for individuals with medical conditions or religious beliefs that prevent vaccination, and in accordance with applicable law.

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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