Production Technician l - Extrusion (7:00pm - 7:00am)

Baxter International Inc.•Marion, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role contributes to Baxter's mission of saving and sustaining lives by operating machinery that produces spooled and cut tubing for flexible containers used in IV therapies, premixed drugs, renal therapies, and other sterile solutions. The position requires a hands-on approach in a fast-paced, around-the-clock manufacturing environment that emphasizes camaraderie and teamwork. Extensive training is provided, and the tight-knit working environment ensures employees receive additional support from managers and peers.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED and must be at least 18 years of age.
CRC (Career Readiness Certification) Silver level.
Possess or be able to obtain Worksaver Operator Certification.
Production Technician or manufacturing experience with duties including preventative maintenance, machine troubleshooting, etc.
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.
Proficient in how to use measurement tools as well as basic hand tools.
Basic computer skills required.
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.

Responsibilities

Acquire and transport extruder blend using a PIT (Powered Industrial Truck).
Supply, operate, clean, and maintain the Tubing Cutter and Extruder, ensuring correct blend and manufacturing specifications are met.
Roll produced tubing onto reels and place and secure on a mobile rack for storage.
Transport enclosed mobile rack to the staging area.
Calibrate, adjust, and operate various product monitoring machines.
Clean and maintain vacuum filters, breaker plates, extruder pin, screen plates, and related equipment.
Perform routine and preventative maintenance, including adjustments, replacement of machine parts, cleaning, and lubrication, while supporting Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
Perform scheduled quality checks using various machinery and hand-held measurement devices, disposition product, identify deviations, and take appropriate action, including stopping production if necessary.
Navigate the computerized Production Operating Management System (POMS) to access, manage, and document batch information.
Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action for any safety, quality, mechanical, or discrepancy issues.
Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles.
Learn, understand, and apply 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
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