Operator II - Extruder Operator

Baxter International Inc.•Aibonito, PR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. 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. Shift 3

Requirements

Knowledge in the use and handling of tools, equipment, and machinery such as extrusion machines and peripheral equipment, and computers.
Use of calipers, rulers, micrometers, pressure gauges, scales, mechanical tools, 'On line control' unit, Laser mike, Data Myte.
Good communication, ability to read and interpret English.
High School Graduate or equivalent (Diploma).
One year of experience in programmable controllers, extrusion process (preferred), inspection and disposition of materials (TIQ).

Responsibilities

Mount dies, fine-tune, make adjustments, and start up the extrusion machine to produce tubes following established specifications and procedures. Control its operation within predetermined and/or validated operating parameters.
Perform tests to verify speeds, wall thickness, texture, and inner diameter of the tube using manual measuring instruments or computerized electronic equipment (On Line Control, Laser mike).
Perform water chlorination tests for cooling tubes to determine quality and parts per million of chlorine.
Perform routine preventive and corrective maintenance tasks such as cleaning, greasing, and lubricating the machine.
Adjust or replace simple parts to keep machinery in optimal operating condition.
Package the produced tubes by covering them with plastic and placing them in boxes.
Inspect and document material according to plant procedures.
Feed the machine with the necessary mixture for production and reprocess scrap and mix with virgin material (if applicable).
Observe automatic controllers to ensure the process occurs within established and/or validated parameters, perform general maintenance, and make necessary minor mechanical adjustments.
Fill out documentation on machine operational parameters, including die size used, and verify they correspond to the established specifications for each tube code.
Identify and take action when deviations in process parameters occur or any incident that affects product quality.
Use general mechanical hand tools to perform minor adjustments to machinery.
Responsible for maintaining and securing the tools provided.
Prepare reports on production, downtime, and scrap, pre-run checkouts, checker charts, etc.
Approved training in T.I.Q. to perform visual and dimensional tests on tubes and to disposition product based on obtained results.
Perform sampling according to Procedures and Specifications.
Transport raw material and extruded product to and from the warehouse area.
Document required information by specifications and procedures manually (e.g., Checker Chart) and/or electronically (e.g., in POMS modules as applicable). This includes, but is not limited to, parameters, batches, productions, and others.
Comply at all times with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP), company rules, and EHS regulations.
Identify EHS-related opportunities to generate I Care Cards.
Maintain the work area clean, organized, and free of risks.
These tasks and responsibilities are not limited to the above.

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