Quality Lab Technician - Particulate Matter (7:00pm-7:00am)

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

You are creative thorough and a headsdown doer. You embrace a challenge and truly apply the collaborative powers of your team to produce great results. You are motivated by work that is never the same from one day to the next. As aQuality Laboratory Technician Particulate Matter you are unafraid of navigating through vital internal processes to facilitate a product you deeply believe in. You can absorb and act on sophisticated procedures and data and train your team or peers if needed. You take pride in getting things done quickly without sacrificing safety or quality.

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.

The Quality function values both working together as a team and independently. We draw energy from working in a plant or an office where there are opportunities to collaborate. As the company evolves so does the way our team approaches work as it strives to create topoftheline products. You will be responsible for performing finished product testing of solution in accordance with USP <1790> by vacuum filtration and subsequent visual inspection of filter to detect visual particles within defined timeframes.

We build relationships with each other to get work done. Building these relationships is easy because we all share common traits of being reliable ethical and caring. We lean on our colleagues for their expertise and hold each other accountable. We feel empowered to speak up when theres a new insight or opportunity to improve something. This open dialog builds trust within the team and helps create a better product for our customers.

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 youll be doing

• Collect supplemental PM samples throughout the facility following Standard Operating Procedures on a defined frequency
• Conduct testing of products in compliance with USP <1790> and USP <788> methodology
• Adhere to aseptic techniques to maintain the integrity of samples and prevent contamination
• Visually inspect filters for presence of particulate matter size 150 microns or higher
• Prepare and calibrate testing equipment and solutions per standard operating procedures
• Troubleshoot raise and resolve issues related to testing procedures or equipment
• Collaborate with other quality team members to ensure samples are collected delivered tested and released within defined timeframes
• Promptly communicate issues with testing or inspection testing including out of limits
• Collaborate with internal investigators to troubleshoot testing process in the event of product out of limits
• Participate in internal and external audits / inspections

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of quality principles and Good Manufacturing Practice including Good Documentation Practice
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to focus on repetitive tasks
• Digital literacy including knowledge of Microsoft office applications (Word Excel)
• Must have good social skills and able to work reliably and efficiently in a teambased environment in small spaces
• Able to lead multiple tasks/priorities in a timely manner
• Able to work independently and lead time to complete assigned tasks
• Schedule flexibility on occasion to ensure testing is performed in defined timeframes
• Be able to perform testing using aseptic techniques often requiring manual dexterity
• Be able to lift 10 20 pounds routinely
• Be able to pass inspector qualification requirements for visual inspection

Working Conditions:

• Majority of shift will be spent in the quality laboratory working at a Laminar Flow Hood
• May require standing for extended periods of time throughout the shift
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be provided and must be worn as required. PPE may include ear plugs lab coats safety glasses hairnets and shoe covers.
• Environment may be loud at times due to equipment in use

What youll bring

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years of experience with aseptic technique requirements such as laboratory or manufacturing related area

Other Duties as Assigned

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 and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Overtime is worked as 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 employees and we strive to be more clear 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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