Steam Sterilization Superintendent - Second Shift

Baxter International Inc. • Cleveland, MS

6d • $88,000 - $110,000

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 In the role of Steam Sterilization Superintendent at Baxter, you will guide our manufacturing operations. Your strong background in manufacturing is vital as you foster relationships, organize processes, and keep communication transparent. You are a leader who listens and motivates others through your actions. You bring steadiness and backing to your team, enabling them to deliver excellent results collectively. You contribute significantly to our goal of saving and sustaining lives by managing production deadlines alongside product quality. Your Team Baxter’s employees are connected by a shared mission to save and sustain lives. We focus on applying scientific innovation to serve millions worldwide who depend on our essential medical therapies and technologies. We dedicate ourselves to growing healthcare access, advancing treatment in areas of unmet need, and forming innovative collaborations to fulfill our mission for patients daily.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required, preferably in a technical field.
• 5+ years of demonstrated ability in manufacturing.
• Ability to manage department activities through full supervision of cost, methods, and employees.
• Proficient in interpreting and analyzing statistical data, financial reports, and resolving technical difficulties.
• Knowledge of World Class manufacturing methods (QLP, Lean, Six Sigma), GMP, FDA guidelines, and process validation.
• Ability to comprehend and adhere to safety and quality guidelines.
• Basic English written and oral communication skills.
• Flexibility to work any shift, primarily second shift Monday through Friday with occasional weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Steam Sterilization is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Meet production requirements and deliver quality products on time and within budget.
• Identify, prioritize, and provide resources to meet annual operating plans and budgetary commitments.
• Supervise daily manufacturing operations across one or multiple departments.
• Implement control systems and emphasize training to eliminate product discrepancies.
• Contribute to employee feedback and developmental processes.
• Promote a positive and equitable working environment, emphasizing Baxter's Shared Values: Respect, Responsiveness, and Results.
• Support and prioritize commitments to Safety and Quality.
• Collaborate with managers and customers to ensure quality commitments are met and personnel policies are consistently coordinated.
• Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts for areas of responsibility.
• Make staffing decisions and manage disciplinary issues.
• Drive operational excellence and flawless execution in cost reduction, efficiency improvements, inventory turnover, regulatory excellence, timely delivery, lead time reduction, safety, and leadership development.
• Perform analytical reviews, recommend, and implement corrective actions for exceptions.
• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles.
• Learn, understand, and apply detailed quality standards, SOPs, and cGMP.

Benefits

• Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching.
• We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and 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.
• Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level