Operator III - Molding (1st Shift)

Baxter International Inc. • Cleveland, MS

3d • 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. Your Role at Baxter This is where my hands make life-sustaining products As an Operator III, you will play an essential role in ensuring efficient, high-quality production within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for operating and monitoring multiple molding machines while maintaining strict adherence to quality, safety, and regulatory standards. Your Team Cleveland’s technology and automation is cutting edge. It is the U.S. sole source for plastic pour bottles, glass IV, and various reconstitution devices. This facility produces a number of major product lines with a diverse array of automated manufacturing technologies ranging from bottle solution filling, injection molding, tubing extrusion, and device assembly. Our Cleveland plant has been an integral part of Baxter for over 70 years. The work is challenging and rewarding, as Baxter offers competitive compensation and benefits. Baxter encourages and values every employee and believes that all can make a contribution to advancing healthcare for patients; work to be proud of.

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• Mechanical aptitude required.
• Ability to read and understand specifications and procedures.
• Able to complete documentation legibly.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Meet visual acuity requirements as documented in the Baxter Cleveland Visual Acuity procedure CL-01-01-037.
• Ability to bend, stoop and climb ladders.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to push and/or pull up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to lift above the shoulder up to 20 pounds.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of quality and safety procedures and regulations a plus.
• Trained as forklift driver preferred.

Responsibilities

• Initiate batch paperwork, perform production inspections every two hours, and document results while monitoring multiple molding machines.
• Generate batch labels using the MMS system and initial all labels used to pack parts.
• Record hourly production.
• Input visual results for ISCAPS into the Infinity QS system.
• Load the conveyor with trays when operating the insert-molded machine.
• Sort trays for packing.
• Weigh count production, pack parts, and accurately label the production.
• Report and call out abnormalities and corrective action to shift leader/supervision.
• Responsible for accurate documentation per Good Manufacturing Practices on production and quality records, cleaning forms, batch folder, etc.
• Participate in and complete all required training.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts and Lean exercises.
• Maintain good housekeeping and 6S responsibilities as assigned.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as determined by supervision/management.

Benefits

• 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
• basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• commuting benefits
• Employee Discount Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• childcare benefits

What This Job Offers

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