Manufacturing Lead

Baxter International Inc.•Saint Paul, MN

1d•$48,000 - $66,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent plus 3 years of manufacturing experience, OR an Associate's Degree plus 1 year of manufacturing experience.
Experience working with an ERP system.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have basic English written and verbal communication skills sufficient to communicate effectively with team members.
Ability to understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions, including English text and technical drawings.
Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with ERP systems.
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

Experience with GME or JDE is preferred.

Responsibilities

Leading the manufacturing, assembly and/or packaging of medical device products in multiple processes, including planning the schedule, creating work orders, leading team meetings, performing enterprise resource planning (ERP) system transactions, training/mentoring/coaching Manufacturing Technicians, and other activities as needed.
Performing one or more functions on the assembly lines including, but not limited to: Cutting, weighing, and processing tissue; Mixing of solutions; Washing components or equipment; Wrapping components and/or equipment for sterilization; Assembly or gluing of components; Packaging and sealing of devices; Preparing devices for sterilization; Final packaging or labeling of products.
Performing daily cleaning of the production area to maintain GMP standards.
Operating general production equipment (sealers, autoclave, stir plates, etc.).
Receiving and distributing supplies into the production area as necessary.
Adhering to all safety protocols and wearing proper safety gear at all times while on the manufacturing or warehouse floor.
Maintaining familiarity with production equipment, including but not limited to scales, sealers, pumps, and autoclaves.
Being proficient in the primary job function and cross-trained in at least two other areas (Raw, Solutions, Trough, Cut & Sort, Aseptic, LHS, Surgical Tools, Pre-Sterile), or certified in Aseptic Process, Upper/Lower Solutions, or Flow Coupler Probe Insertion.
Running day-to-day activities for a specific area and serving as a proficient backup lead for at least one other process, including: Leading Tier 1 meetings focused on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost; Planning production schedules; Creating work orders; Performing manufacturing processes within the ERP system; Ensuring team training remains current; Training team members on GDP and GMP regulations; Coaching and mentoring team members; Escalating issues to area supervisors or management.
May act as a backup for supervisors.
Maintaining reliable attendance.
Learning, understanding, and applying rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
Completing required training in a timely manner.
Performing other duties as assigned.

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