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Team Lead - Finishing (3rd Shift)

Req # JR - 146296 Location Round Lake, Illinois, United States Job Category Manufacturing Date posted 09/17/2024
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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 my hands make life-sustaining products

You are driven by the knowledge that the products you help make saves and sustain lives. You can move quickly, address questions, and encourage teammates, all while getting quality products out on time. You are calm, positive, and a key part of a fast-paced environment that emphasizes camaraderie and teamwork. As a Team Lead, you are happiest when you are moving, and we will not disappoint!

Baxter is known for its speed and high-quality product. Our manufacturing operations are around-the-clock to meet the needs of our customers. Our high-caliber talent works through the challenges at hand while pushing toward meeting client order needs. Different shift assignments allow for flexibility and safety.

Under the direction of the supervisor, you will be responsible for the hands-on execution of all activities in the production area while strictly adhering to current Good Manufacturing Practices, Specifications, Standard Operating Procedures, Job-Specific Training Materials, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations which could apply.

As a Team Lead you will fully understand the regulations and may make recommendations according to your interpretations. You will act as a delegate to the supervisor and may conduct departmental activities in their absence. You have responsibility for the successful transfer of new processes/methodologies into the manufacturing area. In addition to being fully accountable and involved in all production processes, you may problem solve in other functional areas.

We encourage our Team Leads to fully participate in both departmental projects and any quality working teams which may be applicable.

Your team

Baxter is focused on saving and sustaining lives by manufacturing high-quality products. We strive to create quality products for our customers each day.

Delivering life-saving products is about getting them right, and attention to detail is how we make sure we meet that challenge. We are a team that supports each other throughout each shift. Working together in a supportive and open culture makes our processes evolve for the better and engages our workforce.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Assists supervisor in coordinating, scheduling and directing other team members.
  • Resolves issues related to equipment, process and compliance. Main point of contact for troubleshooting.
  • Ensures timely and accurate generation of process documentation. Review documentation.
  • Investigates any process problems timely and provide documentation.
  • Assists with process/equipment validation and data analysis.
  • Represents the department in cross-functional teams and Continuous Improvement Teams and assigns project work to team members.
  • Trains and mentors other team members and monitors training by others.
  • Will work in a clean room environment wearing special garments. Personal protective equipment must be worn due to safety requirements.
  • Assigns tasks and develops work schedule.

What You'll Bring

  • High school diploma or equivalent required, with 3 years' experience. Bachelor's degree (with reduced years of experience) preferred.
  • Must have good written and verbal communication skills and be able to read and follow detailed written instructions.
  • Must have demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills and the ability to lead a team effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
  • Must be proficient in a variety of mathematical subject areas and be able to work with both the metric and USA standards of measurement.
  • Familiarity with production equipment.
  • Must be able to apply quantitative analysis to analyze process performance.
  • In-depth process knowledge of related manufacturing techniques and specialties.
  • Computer proficiency and ability to use enterprise software.
  • Must meet local physical requirements.
  • Knowledge of basic chemical and biological safety procedures preferred.
  • Understanding of cGMP regulations preferred.


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 $56,560 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated 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.

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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