Sr Manager, Quality Assurance

Baxter International Inc.•Cleveland, MS

4d•$136,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

As the Manager II, Quality Assurance - Solutions, you will lead all aspects of Devices Quality operations and manage staff in this area. You will direct, coordinate, and evaluate the unit's work, ensuring activities follow company policies and legal requirements. You will also lead initiatives to improve processes and maintain compliance with standards, ensuring our products meet quality expectations. Baxter Healthcare Corporation, located in Cleveland, MS, is the U.S. sole source for several critical medical products and has been vital to Baxter for over 60 years. We take pride in our diverse automated manufacturing technologies, such as bottle solution filling, injection molding, and device assembly. Here, you will find a challenging and rewarding work environment that offers competitive compensation and benefits. We encourage a culture of inclusion and collaboration. Together, we can advance healthcare for patients worldwide, crafting work you can be proud of!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, or Engineering, or equivalent experience, required.
5+ years of Engineering/Manufacturing/Quality experience required, with 3-5 years of leadership experience.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We cannot sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

FDA regulated manufacturing experience preferred.
Six Sigma Green Belt Certification or industry-standard equivalent preferred.
Project Management skills and experience are preferred.
Experience and skills in Lean Manufacturing are preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead quality oversight for the Devices areas.
Develop, assign, and implement systems, procedures, and policies to ensure compliance with ISO Standards, cGMP's, FDA regulations, and company policies.
Conduct audits and implement changes to specifications, SOPs, and forms for regulatory compliance and process improvement.
Ensure product compliance through established inspection criteria and procedures.
Coordinate inspection activities throughout the production cycle.
Analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine and improve quality standards.
Prepare and submit reports to Managers and other Departments or Agencies as required.
Communicate quality philosophy to key personnel.
Actively participate in quality management teams within the organization.
Manage and support area associates, encouraging a teamwork environment.
Train and integrate new engineers, associates, and technicians.
Drive quality/manufacturing projects using Lean, problem-solving, process control, and project management tools.
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of plant systems, processes, procedures, documentation, and products.
Evaluate and implement system changes per Baxter procedures.
Lead and establish effective working teams.
Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
Ensure effective communication in both written and verbal forms.
Coordinate financial goals and budgets for departments.
Promote company security, industrial hygiene, cGMPs, and other established policies.
Perform tasks independently with minimal supervision.
Travel as needed to fulfill duties.

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