Maintenance Mechanic II (1st shift)

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 we make life-saving products

The  Maintenance Mechanic II  is a Salaried Non-Exempt position reporting into a specific area of the plant, which contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives by ensuring safe and efficient operation of plant manufacturing equipment through hands on maintenance and maintenance related initiatives.

Your Team

The Cleveland manufacturing facility is a high-energy environment with little downtime. We have robust processes that ensure our employees are safe and healthy—both mentally and physically. We pride ourselves on being top of the line regarding cleanliness and safety.

Each day, our maintenance team finds solutions to complex problems and strives to ensure flawless production of quality products for our customers—The high-caliber talent at Baxter meets these challenges head-on, as a team.

Additionally, we provide opportunities for you to continue to learn through training, certifications, and support for advanced degrees. Growth from role to role or level to level is encouraged and supported.

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

• Support plant production by performing repairs and preventative maintenance of manufacturing equipment in assigned area
• Problem solve equipment containing electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and vacuum systems
• Rebuild / modify production machines and components to support technology improvements and control parts cost
• Assist with installation of manufacturing equipment
• Use of hand tools, power tools, and electrical test instruments relating to control circuits
• Directly supports PMT, TPM, Lean Maintenance and Lean Energy activities through team membership, innovative thinking, and completion of assigned projects.
• Supports supervisor, technicians, and technologists on projects and complex issue solving events
• Involved in safety solutions
• Understands all preventive, corrective, and project activities should be completed with precision maintenance workmanship
• Uses predictive tools as assigned
• Analyze machine failures for root cause and recommend corrective actions
• Assist in annual equipment inspections
• Applies developing technical skills and process knowledge to tackle troubleshooting situations
• Assist senior technician, principal technician, lead technicians and technologists.
• Understand how to use PLC inputs / outputs.
• Use a drawing package and multi-meter to determine electrical issues
• Diagnose mechanical wear, alignment, adjustment, and setup issues
• Assist with the development of standard work for troubleshooting and setups/changeovers
• Works with engineer, technologist, and quality to accept new equipment which could include being willing to travel with overnight stays for factory acceptance and training
• Accurately updates Maximo work orders
• Accurately finishes the required quality documentation
• Checks out spare part inventory items to Maximo work orders
• Understands criteria that requires SR and other equipment related documentation
• Advise the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, or discrepancy issues occur
• 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)
• This position involves working around moving equipment
• Can include working in a Class C or Class D Controlled Environment which may include the following dress/gowning requirements: safety glasses, ear plugs, hairnet, beard cover, isolation mask, gown, hood, boots or shoe covers, face shield, insulated gloves, and disposable gloves

What you'll bring

• Associates degree in a technical related discipline (i.e., Industrial Maintenance) (preferred)
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Minimum of 2 years of mechanical systems repair, industrial maintenance or equivalent is required
• Must have basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to connect 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
• Normal visual acuity is necessary including the ability to distinguish colors.

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 $52,800 - $72,600 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.

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. Collaboration with production, engineering, maintenance, and quality is required.

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

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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