Material Handler, Pouch (10:45pm - 6:45am)

Baxter International Inc.•Marion, NC

About The Position

The Material Handler, Pouch supports Baxter’s mission by supplying materials to the Pouching line, operating and performing minor maintenance on line machinery, and visually inspecting and transporting sterile solutions, including IV therapies, premixed drugs, and renal therapies. The role works in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with around-the-clock operations and requires attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to rigorous quality and safety standards. The position involves handling and transporting filled and assembled bags to sterilization using a powered industrial truck, supplying production materials, operating automated equipment, making minor adjustments and repairs, performing quality checks, documenting production information, and maintaining a clean and safe work area. The scheduled shift is 10:45 p.m. to 6:45 a.m. Compensation is $21.60 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Possess or be able to obtain Worksaver Operator Certification.
Possess or be able to obtain Inspector Certification.
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.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to meet the physical requirements, including frequent grasping, pushing/pulling, and reaching; occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds; and squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, bending, and balancing.
Normal visual acuity and ability to distinguish color.
Must be able to pass the Powered Industrial Truck physical.
Occasionally, specialized physicals are required when working with certain drug codes.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Supply materials to the Pouching line and keep the truck loader supplied with empty or cleared trucks.
Identify each truck and transport filled and assembled bags from the truck loader to sterilization using a powered industrial truck.
Perform pre-operation checks and change powered industrial truck batteries when required.
Procure and stage production supplies, including rollstock and over-pouches, according to the Bill of Material, and restock unused supplies.
Clear or correct faults and alarms, operate and adjust automated truck-loading machinery and automated over-pouchers as necessary.
Perform adjustments and minor maintenance on the pouch sealer, trucks, and belts.
Document required information in manufacturing logs and/or the POMS system.
Visually inspect each bag for defects, categorize defects, and log identified defects.
Perform scheduled quality checks using gauges and a scale.
Unpackage and reinspect product when necessary.
Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action when safety, quality, mechanical, or discrepancy issues occur.
Assist with line clearance and end-of-shift cleanup, including counting, cutting, and weighing scrap.
Maintain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles.
Learn, understand, and follow quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures, and Current Good Manufacturing Practices.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one for eligible roles.
160 hours of paid time off and paid holidays.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching.
Employee Stock Purchase Program, with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
Paid parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance programs.
Basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Family and medical leaves of absence.
Commuting benefits.
Employee Discount Program.
Employee Assistance Program.
Childcare benefits.
Shift flexibility to trade shifts and leverage overtime opportunities.