Quality Inspector 700am-700pm

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. Youll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxters 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 Assurance Inspector is a Salaried NonExempt 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

Within Quality every role makes a difference. Products that Baxter makes are shipped worldwide for patients in need. Whether its building a new process from scratch or facing a neverbeforeseen production hurdle individuals within Quality are given the trust and opportunity to bring creativity to the table. Regardless of your specific role with a product it is sure to touch a portion of our global operation.

The mission of Baxter is to save and sustain lives. This mission is embedded into everything we do. This means if there is a decision to be made where quantity and quality are at odds we will always choose quality. Our patients come first always.

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 youll be doing

If assigned to the filling/pouching/packing departments:

• Perform scheduled line checks which include verifying the accurate filling equipment and production supplies are being used the filling equipment is assembled accurately the settings are appropriate and the batch signage is correct
• Collect samples and verify container components and overpouch meet quality standards verify the accuracy & legibility of the print and check for indications of leakage
• Examine and verify that the packaging equipments performance meets quality standards
• Test and prove that the equipment is passing/failing batch information and product properly

If assigned to the plastics department:

• Collect samples of produced materials (i.e. membranes bags tubing frangibles) and visually inspect for irregularities and verify dimensions are within specification
• Perform seal integrity testing on a sample of produced materials
• Employ various methods of testing such as freeze mode destructive oven testing and striation testing
• Examine and verify that documentation meets requirements

Job Duties regardless of assigned department:

• Transport samples to and from work area with a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT)
• Document and initiate the exception process if exception is encountered using the Production Operations Management System (POMS) to research and provide details
• Record checks and the result into POMS
• Write and submit changes to a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) document when a process used by the QA Inspector is in need of an update
• Enter exception data into a spreadsheet for trending and reporting purposes
• Participate in the validation process for new equipment equipment changes and new processes by performing product testing and reporting on the results
• Calibrate gauges rulers cylinders when necessary using blueprints and calibration equipment
• May be designated as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on an assigned SOP
• Advise the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety quality or discrepancy issues occur
• Learn understand and apply rigorous quality standards Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles including maintaining and securing provided tools

Work Environment:

• Can include working in a Class I Class II Class III or Class IV 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 and gloves.
• There is constant or intermittent noise and vibration.
• This position involves working around moving equipment machinery and conveyors.

What youll bring

• High School Diploma GED or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• QT Certification or Workkeys proficiency tests (CRC) with minimum scores of: Level 4 in mathematics Level 4 in locating information and Level 4 in reading.
• 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.
• Proficient in how to use measurement tools (Caliper Micrometer Ruler etc. as well as basic hand tools.
• Possess or be able to obtain Worksaver Operator Certification.

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 $40000 $55000 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.

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

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your wellbeing matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and wellbeing benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one as well as insurance coverage for basic life accident shortterm and longterm 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 timeoff 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 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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