Quality Associate II

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 Quality Associate II is responsible for providing Quality support to the Global Logistics Center. Inspects products, initiates and updates procedures, reviews temperature monitoring data, and ensures compliance with GMP/QSRs requirements, according to corporate and local Standard Operating Procedures, and all applicable FDA and state regulations.

WHAT WE OFFER FROM DAY 1:

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance coverage

• Vision and Voluntary Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave

• Retirement Savings Plan

• Employee Stock Purchase Program

• Flexible Health Care Spending Accounts

• Educational Assistance Plan

What you'll be doing

• Leads ongoing, daily departmental operations of medical devices and drug products local and global distribution.

• Perform in-depth internal assessments and evaluations by collecting and analyzing accurate, objective evidence regarding risks and their magnitude. Assessments and information gathering may be through in-depth employee interviews, flow charting and other informational gathering techniques.

• Work closely with supervisors, Quality, Operations and other internal groups to accomplish the above and influence vital actions.

• Determine the logic, adequacy and effectiveness of processes, systems and related requirements. 

• Develop plans to correct identified risks including areas of non-conformance. Inform management and implement approved corrective action plans. 

• Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) by maintaining a high level of expertise in current regulatory requirements. Provide training and coaching to local employees and others as needed on relevant area(s).  When required, assist other Quality areas in the successful performance of these activities.

• Write, review, analyze and revise written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and submit procedural changes as needed to meet Corporate, Divisional, Plant, Regulatory Requirements, etc.

• Participate in external assessments and audits by evaluating and solving product/process problems by providing technical, analytical and supervisory skills Support process with timely closure of observations/audit items.

• Oversees audits of various reports (Protocols, Qualifications, Regulatory Submissions, etc.) Participate in QA/QC multi-site projects in the role of contributor, coordinator or lead.

• Other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles

• Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)

What you'll bring

• BS in business/science or equivalent.  3-5 years exp. in Quality with a medical device/Pharma company or other similarly regulated industry.

• ASQ Certified Quality Auditor, or other Quality certification, is preferred.

• Strong interpersonal skills and great attention to detail are necessary.

• Must be a strong team player with good problem solving, and good verbal and written communication skills.

• Must have the ability to encourage teamwork and drive decisions.

• Must be able to handle multiple projects concurrently, have computer experience and have knowledge of FDA Regulations, and application of Good Manufacturing Practices.

• Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings.

• Must have basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members.

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 $80,000.00 - $111,000.00 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than 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

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