Senior Opex Engineer

Baxter International Inc.•Aibonito, PR

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 Team You’ll be part of a cross-functional team focused on driving performance improvement and continuous transformation across the Aibonito manufacturing site. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Leadership teams to embed a culture of Operational Excellence through the Baxter Operating System (BOS) and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
3–5 years of experience in manufacturing, continuous improvement, or a related environment.
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and continuous improvement tools.
Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing improvement projects from concept through execution.
Solid understanding of cGMP, FDA, and EHS regulations.
Proficiency in data analysis, statistical tools, and process improvement methodologies.
Strong communication, facilitation, and influencing skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities.
Bilingual proficiency (English and Spanish).

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and support site performance improvement initiatives through the implementation of the Baxter Operating System (BOS) and GPS to achieve operational excellence maturity targets.
Partner with site leadership to identify, prioritize, and execute continuous improvement projects aligned with strategic goals and business needs.
Drive cultural transformation by promoting Lean thinking, problem-solving methodologies, and a continuous improvement mindset across all levels of the organization.
Lead Value Improvement Programs (VIP/VCD) and ensure achievement of annual cost savings, efficiency, and productivity targets.
Facilitate and coach cross-functional teams on Lean/Six Sigma tools, including root cause analysis, process mapping, and statistical problem-solving techniques.
Support the development and execution of the Site Strategic Plan, including goal setting, performance tracking, and governance processes.
Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve cycle times, optimize production flows, and enhance manufacturing and business processes.
Design and implement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor process performance, team effectiveness, and continuous improvement progress.
Support the Lean Daily Management System (LDMS) to ensure consistent execution and accountability at all organizational levels.
Lead training initiatives to build Lean and Operational Excellence capabilities across the site.
Ensure compliance with internal policies, cGMP, FDA regulations, and external standards through robust process improvements.
Collaborate with global and divisional teams to share best practices and drive standardization efforts.
Actively support Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs, promoting a zero-harm workplace and ensuring adherence to all safety requirements.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance Coverage
Vision Plan
Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Educational Assistance Plan
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
Time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave
Commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Childcare benefits