Facilities Maintenance Lead Technician (Nights 7pm-7:30am)

Baxter International Inc.•Round Lake, IL

3d•$68,000 - $93,500•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides maintenance leadership to the Facilities Maintenance Department and performs supervisory duties in the absence of the Superintendent, including organizing the next shift's tasks during shift passdowns. The role requires highly technical mechanical and electrical system troubleshooting and repairs. This position ensures that all PM and work orders are completed in a timely manner to minimize equipment downtime and improve system reliability while on shift in the absence of Superintendents. The position works closely with engineers, vendors, contractors, and customers and is considered part of the maintenance team leadership. The individual must be able to communicate with upper levels of plant management concerning the progress of work or special problems that could affect production or the status of critical systems.

Requirements

Must not be allergic to Penicillin or Cephalosporins.
High school diploma or GED required.
4+ years of prior maintenance experience with mechanical systems such as boilers, air conditioning equipment, chillers, air compressors, etc.
Experience with personal computers including maintenance management systems, basic Microsoft office programs.
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.

Nice To Haves

Technical School Training.
Experience in the pharmaceutical industry with water for injection is preferred.
Experience with Baxter specifications and hardware/software control systems is desired.

Responsibilities

Provide maintenance leadership to the Facilities Maintenance Department and perform supervisory duties in absence of Superintendent [while on shift] and organizing the next shift tasks during shift passdowns.
Perform highly technical mechanical and electrical system troubleshooting and repairs.
Ensure that all PM and work orders are completed in a timely manner to minimize equipment downtime and improve system reliability while on shift in the absence of Superintendents.
Work closely with engineers, vendors, contractors, and customers and is considered part of the maintenance team leadership.
Communicate with upper levels of plant management concerning progress of the work or special problems that would affect production or the status of critical systems.
Provide maintenance project management to mechanical and electrical system issues.
Develop root cause solutions to system problems resulting in continuous improvement.
Provide leadership and direction in the absence of the Supervisor.
Be included in the Facilities Leadership Team and meet weekly with the FLT to maintain alignment and develop as a leader.
Provide technical expertise and training to all mechanic levels.
Oversee maintenance project work and coordinate the activities of mechanics.
Hire and manage contract labor for small maintenance related projects and escalate to superintendents when unable to act independently or project exceeds $10k.
Coordinate system shutdowns with other departments within the facility to minimize any impact to operations.
Perform Maintenance activities including PMs, CMs, and Ems using Maximo.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage that start on day one
Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational assistance programs
Paid holidays
Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
Family and medical leaves of absence
Paid parental leave
Commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Childcare benefits