Subassembly Operator 7th Shift (7:00am - 7:00pm)

Baxter International Inc.•Marion, NC

About The Position

The Subassembly Operator is an hourly, non-exempt manufacturing position that supports Baxter’s mission of saving and sustaining lives. The role supplies and operates machinery to produce components used in flexible containers for IV therapies, premixed drugs, renal therapies, and other sterile solutions. Components include frangibles, injection sites, membranes, and enhanced closures. The operator also inspects finished components and performs quality checks. The position works in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment with extensive training and ongoing support from managers and peers. Manufacturing operations run around the clock. The listed shift is 7th Shift, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The role requires following rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices while maintaining a clean and safe work area.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members.
Ability to understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and to read and comprehend written work instructions, including words and drawings.
Ability to perform basic mathematics.
Proficiency using a calculator, measurement tools, and basic hand tools.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout the shift and lift up to 50 pounds.
Normal visual acuity.
Ability to climb a ladder, reach above or at/below shoulder level, twist and bend at the neck and waist, squat, and balance.

Nice To Haves

Career Readiness Certification (CRC) at the Silver level.
One year of manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and make minor adjustments to subassembly machinery.
Load and replenish production supplies, such as tubing and membrane tape, at a rate consistent with production needs.
Perform scheduled quality checks, disposition product, identify deviations, and take appropriate action, including stopping machine production when necessary.
Inspect samples of finished components to ensure they meet quality standards.
Package finished components and stage them for transfer to Kiefel or Filling.
Test, inspect, and package Inter-Plant Shipping Orders (IPSO).
Document required information on manufacturing logs and/or the POMS system.
Investigate, identify, and correct or escalate machine-performance inefficiencies.
Multitask and maintain pace while operating several machines.
Perform machine changeovers when assigned.
Perform and document scheduled cleaning activities.
Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action when safety, quality, mechanical, or discrepancy issues occur.
Learn, understand, and apply quality standards, SOPs, and GMP.
Maintain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles, including maintaining and securing provided tools.

Benefits

Shift flexibility to trade shifts and leverage overtime opportunities.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
160 hours of paid time off and paid holidays.
401(k) match.
Employee Stock Purchase Program.
Paid parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Basic life, accident, short-term disability, long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Educational assistance programs.
Family and medical leaves of absence.
Commuting benefits.
Employee Discount Program.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Childcare benefits.