Sr Supervisor, Quality

Baxter International Inc.•Winton, CA

3d•$88,000 - $121,000

About The Position

At Baxter, colleagues are united by the mission to save and sustain lives and work in a culture of courage, trust, collaboration, ownership, and accountability. The company aims to improve healthcare delivery and provide a meaningful, purpose-driven workplace. As a Quality Assurance Supervisor, you will lead and oversee inspection and material release activities in a cGMP-regulated manufacturing environment. You will guide a team of QA Inspectors, ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements, and work closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to support operational excellence. Success is measured by team effectiveness, timely material release, audit readiness, quality performance metrics, and continuous improvement that supports compliance and business objectives. The estimated base salary is $88,000–$121,000 annually. The position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship or transfer is not available. Baxter is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Quality, Business, or a related field with 3–5 years of relevant experience; alternatively, 5–7 years of relevant quality experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
1–2 years of people leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience.
Working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), FDA regulations, and quality system requirements.
Experience supporting quality inspections, material release activities, investigations, or quality assurance operations within a regulated environment.
Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to collaborate across functions and organizational levels.
Proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; Baxter cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, biologics, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), auditing practices, and quality management systems.
Experience supporting Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives.
Knowledge of warehouse, quarantine, or material management processes.
Familiarity with aseptic manufacturing techniques and environments.
Experience serving as a subject matter expert and delivering training within quality operations.

Responsibilities

Lead the inspection, review, and release of incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Supervise, coach, and develop QA Inspectors, fostering accountability, continuous learning, and operational excellence.
Plan and prioritize team workloads to support production schedules, material availability, and on-time product release objectives.
Investigate quality events, nonconformances, corrective actions, and preventive actions to identify root causes and drive sustainable solutions.
Partner with cross-functional teams to maintain inspection procedures, specifications, and quality systems supporting compliance and manufacturing efficiency.
Support internal audits, external inspections, and audit-readiness activities, ensuring timely resolution of observations and action items.
Analyze quality performance metrics and identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce risk, and enhance product quality.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage starting on day one for eligible roles.
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 with 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.
Potential eligibility for discretionary bonuses.