Quality Technician (2nd shift)

Baxter International Inc.•Round Lake, IL

2d•$44,800 - $61,600•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 your creativity addresses challenges In the Quality Technician role, you will support manufacturing and assembly operations by ensuring product quality and smooth production flow. You’ll manage nonconforming materials, including their removal, transfer, and rework, while performing final quality inspections, documentation reviews, and product release activities. Your Team at Baxter You’ll work alongside a cross-functional team of quality professionals, engineers, and production personnel dedicated to maintaining high standards across manufacturing operations. This team collaborates with interal groups to ensure product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. Together, you’ll help deliver safe, reliable products that make a meaningful impact. This is a second shift position, Monday-Friday, 3:00pm to 11:30pm.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
6 months of experience in manufacturing/quality preferred.
Basic science, math, and computer skills (including Microsoft Word and Excel) are required.
Good writing, verbal communication, and problem-solving skills are required.
Ability to work in a team environment and make independent decisions based on procedural and regulatory requirements
The candidate must be able to work flexible hours in a dynamic environment with minimal direct supervision.
The ability to work on some weekends is required.
Will work in both Drug Delivery and Penicillin facilities as needed.
Overtime may be required to meet the production schedule.
Visual Acuity 20/20 Near Vision with or without corrective vision 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.

Nice To Haves

It is desirable for the candidate to have experience with the requirements of current Good Manufacturing & Documentation Practices in pharma manufacturing facilities.
Attention to detail and organization are highly desired

Responsibilities

Must not be allergic to penicillin or cephalosporin drugs
Makes detailed observations, analyzes data, and interprets results.
Maintains department equipment and inventory levels for controlled materials.
Owns monthly inventory cycle count initiation and variance follow-up.
Perform routine inspections as the provider of floor shop oversight, quality checks, and in-process product inspections of finishing product areas.
Interacts with manufacturing and supervision to address quality process or batch-related concerns.
Performs process compliance audits of all manufacturing areas to ensure quality of product/process (TIQs) is achieved.
Performs troubleshooting, works independently, and makes decisions based on general guidance and existing procedural requirements.
Performs product functional testing in support of equipment validations.
Identifies process improvements and escalates to Line Operations Supervision and/or Management.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

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