Material Handler, Packing (6:45pm - 6:45am)

Baxter International Inc. • Marion, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is crucial for Baxter's mission to save and sustain lives by manufacturing high-quality products. The Material Handler, Packing contributes by transporting, visually inspecting, and packing IV therapies, premixed drugs, renal therapies, and other sterile solutions into cartons for distribution. The position operates in a fast-paced, around-the-clock manufacturing environment that emphasizes camaraderie and teamwork. Working in a cleanroom is essential for delivering life-saving therapies, and extensive training is provided, including on the garbing process. The team is supportive and focused on quality and attention to detail, with opportunities for additional training from managers and peers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and must be at least 18 years of age.
• One year of manufacturing experience, preferred.
• Possess or be able to obtain PIT Operator Certification.
• Possess or be able to obtain Inspector Certification.
• Basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members.
• Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds at a height up to 40 inches and carry up to 40 pounds at a distance of up to 25 feet occasionally throughout the shift.
• Must be able to push and pull up to 48 pounds at a distance of up to 15 feet occasionally throughout the shift.
• Normal visual acuity and the ability to distinguish color are necessary.
• Pass the Powered Industrial Truck (P.I.T.) physical.
• Stand, walk, climb stairs, reach forward, reach overhead, balance, stoop, crouch.
• Handle objects and operate controls using fine/simple/firm grasping and fingering.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are un-able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

• One year of manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

• Transport sterilized bags using a powered industrial truck from the cooling area to the packing line and remove previously unloaded trucks.
• Inspect and change out batteries on the powered industrial truck (if required).
• Keep the truck unloader continuously supplied with trucks to be unloaded.
• Operate and maintain automated packaging equipment and ensure the carton erector is continuously supplied as indicated on the Bill of Material (BOM).
• Visually inspect each bag for defects, ensure proper orientation and categorize and log any defects identified.
• Manually unload trucks and package bags when necessary.
• Unpackage product and reinspect when necessary.
• Assist in performing line clearance.
• Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical or discrepancy issues occur.
• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles.
• Learn, understand, and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

Benefits

• 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
• 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
• Time-off 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
• Commuting benefits
• Employee Discount Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Childcare benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED