Technician l, Production - Fill

Baxter International Inc. • Marion, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for the performance of tasks related to drug formulation, weighing raw materials, cleaning, mixing sophisticated tanks and equipment, distilled water sanitization, filter integrity testing, and documentation. Working in a cleanroom is essential to delivering life-saving therapies. The Fill Production Technician I is a Salaried Non-Exempt position which contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives by supplying, operating, and maintaining various equipment in the Fill areas. Additional tasks will include the performance and documentation of all quality checks for responsible equipment as well as inspection of product at all times.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and must be at least 18 years of age.
• Production Technician or manufacturing experience with duties including preventative maintenance, machine troubleshooting, etc. preferred.
• 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 a calculator and measurement tools as well as basic hand tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Pass the Powered Industrial Truck (P.I.T.) physical.
• Normal visual acuity and the ability to distinguish color are necessary.
• Occasionally specialized physicals are required when working with certain drug codes.
• Ability to bend/stoop, squat, climb, reach above shoulder level, reach at or below shoulder level, kneel, twist and bend at the neck, twist and bend at the waist and balance.

Nice To Haves

• CRC (Career Readiness Certification) at the Silver level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and make adjustments as necessary to manual and automated filling equipment and machines using controls on an electrical control panel (HMI) or by way of manual adjustments.
• Set-up load and replenish production supplies by use of a powered industrial truck (PIT) at a rate consistent with production needs.
• Perform minor routine and preventative maintenance such as alignment adjustments, replacement of machine parts or belts, cleaning and lubrication while supporting Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Reconcile headcount needed on a per shift basis based on schedule production demands.
• Perform scheduled quality checks, disposition product, identify any deviations that may occur and take the appropriate action to include stopping production on the machine if necessary.
• Inspect finished product to ensure quality standards are being met.
• Execute Batch/Code changes, tank changes, as well as sub lots as required.
• Document required information on manufacturing logs and/or POMS system.
• Investigate, identify and correct or escalate any inefficiency in the machine’s performance including mechanical wear, alignment, adjustment, and setup issues.
• Develop standard work for troubleshooting and setups/changeovers.
• Read blueprints and use tools to measure the product, ensuring the output meets specifications, making adjustments/repairs as needed.
• Perform and document scheduled cleaning activities.
• Assist in Quality Improvement or VIP programs if required.
• Work with Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor to coordinate training requirements for line staff.
• Train new associates on responsible processes.
• Ensure the proper use, care, and storage of tools and equipment.
• Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical or discrepancy issues occur.
• Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles including maintaining and securing provided tools.

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

What This Job Offers

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