Formulation Technician (7:00pm - 7:00am)

Baxter•Marion, NC

About The Position

The Formulation Technician is part of Baxter’s manufacturing team, producing high-quality products that save and sustain lives. The role is responsible for formulating tanks, handling and staging raw materials, operating and cleaning mixing equipment, documenting batch information, and performing quality checks while following established procedures and cGMP requirements. The position works in a fast-paced, around-the-clock manufacturing environment and supports safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Basic English written and oral communication skills sufficient to communicate with team members.
Ability to understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions, including words and drawings.
Ability to perform basic mathematics.
Possess or be able to obtain PIT Operator Certification.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to pass the PIT physical.
Normal visual acuity and ability to distinguish color.
Ability to perform the stated physical demands, including frequent bending, stooping, squatting, climbing, reaching, and twisting, as well as continuous balancing and reaching at or below shoulder level.

Nice To Haves

One year of manufacturing experience.
Career Readiness Certification (CRC) at the Silver Level.

Responsibilities

Formulate tanks by weighing, labeling, and staging materials in strict adherence to procedures and standardized formulas.
Inspect, clean, and re-palletize raw materials received from the warehouse.
Take ownership of the Mixing and Tank Rooms and ensure adherence to cGMPs.
Perform routine preventative maintenance in the Mixing Complex.
Promote a culture of safety in the work area.
Investigate, identify, and correct or escalate inefficiencies or quality concerns involving Mixing equipment and processes.
Generate and implement continuous improvement activities in the Mixing area and process.
Use a powered industrial truck (PIT) to transport staged materials to the assigned mixing tank.
Pump or manually blend raw materials into a chemical solution mixing tank.
Perform and document scheduled cleaning, including climbing into mixing tanks using a ladder and safety harness to clean the inside of the vessel.
Use the computerized Production Operating Management System (POMS) to access, manage, and document batch information throughout the mixing process.
Obtain samples and perform scheduled quality checks.
Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action when safety, quality, mechanical, or discrepancy issues occur.
Learn, understand, and apply quality standards, SOPs, and cGMPs.
Maintain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
160 hours of paid time off and paid holidays.
401(k) match.
Employee Stock Purchase Program.
Paid parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Basic life, accident, short-term disability, long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Educational assistance programs.
Family and medical leaves of absence.
Commuting benefits.
Employee Discount Program.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Childcare benefits.