Facility Engineer II

Baxter International Inc. • Cleveland, MS

9d • $80,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Facilities Engineer II at Baxter Healthcare Corporation, you will work on brand new projects that improve our plant's efficiency. You will help ensure our utilities operate at world-class levels. Your role includes applying innovative solutions that maintain our leadership in the healthcare industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 1+ years of engineering experience, preferably in FDA manufacturing.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to interface well with personnel of all levels.
• Ability to operate in and support a collaborative environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills applying cause mapping.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize various tasks in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to analyze and interpret scientific and statistical data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Physical ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate in a controlled setting that demands special gowning and adherence to gowning protocols.
• Flexibility to work or be assigned to different shifts as needed and work overtime when required.
• Ability to climb ladders, bend/stoop, reach above the shoulder, and maneuver around tight spaces.
• Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for long periods.
• 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

• Preferred experience in Lean Manufacturing and 6s.
• Preferred working knowledge of facility utilities and energy conservation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules for various plant facilities and utilities.
• Apply the Building Management System (BMS) to track and report on plant environmental conditions.
• Generate and analyze trend reports from monitoring systems such as BMS.
• Implement improvement projects passionate about energy conservation, electricity, HVAC, process compressed air, steam, potable water, chilled water, pest control, and water for injection (WFI).
• Lead project teams and personnel to achieve project and area objectives successfully.
• Manage capital projects, ensuring schedules are maintained and budgets are adhered to.
• Suggest and develop energy-saving ideas and facility improvements.
• Interpret, modify, and update building prints and utility drawings.
• Apply business systems like work order systems, change control, validations, and corrective/preventive actions.
• Employ cause mapping techniques for effective problem-solving.
• Program utility controls and monitoring systems using industrial processors (Allen-Bradley) and SCADA systems.
• Facilitate maintenance training for facility employees, covering safety, cGMPs, job skills, and JIBs.
• Ensure work orders and PMs are performed efficiently and reported accurately.
• Analyze, propose, and implement long-term solutions to existing and recurring problems.
• Inspect, monitor, and maintain facility and equipment compliance with cGMP standards, ensuring constant audit readiness.
• Assist in procuring and installing new equipment.
• Support environmental, health, and safety programs, as well as other plant initiatives, such as VIP, TPM, 6-S, and energy teams.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level