Tool Technician (2nd Shift)

Baxter•Batesville, IN

7d•$56,000 - $77,000•Onsite

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 This is where my hands make life-sustaining products As a Tool Technician , you’re responsible for keeping all dies, fixtures, and tools in good working condition so production can run smoothly. You’ll handle daily maintenance and repairs, build new tooling when needed, and support production by solving tooling and machining issues quickly and accurately. Your Team Located in the rolling hills of Southeastern Indiana , Baxter’s Batesville facility is more than a workplace—it’s a community. Since 1956, this 765,000‑square‑foot site has grown to more than 700 employees united by a shared mission: to save and sustain lives . You’ll work as part of a collaborative manufacturing support team , partnering closely with production operators, engineers, and continuous improvement teams. Your role is hands‑on and highly visible—when tooling issues arise, your expertise helps keep operations moving safely and efficiently. The team values problem‑solving, clear communication, and supporting one another to meet daily production and quality goals.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
At least 2 years of experience building tools and dies
Knowledge of toolmaking, machining processes, and CNC equipment
Ability to use and maintain machines and tools safely and effectively
Strong math skills and mechanical problem‑solving ability
Comfortable using computers for basic word processing and spreadsheets
Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical drawings
Good judgment, attention to detail, and clear communication skills
Ability to identify problems and recommend effective solutions
Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

18–24 months of vocational training in tool and die making preferred.

Responsibilities

Build new tools, dies, fixtures, and parts using blueprints, sketches, reference parts, or instructions
Measure and inspect finished parts to ensure they meet specifications, using tools like calipers, micrometers, gauge blocks, and dial indicators
Set up and operate manual and CNC equipment, including lathes, mills, grinders, welders, and drill presses
Perform preventive maintenance on tools and dies to keep them production‑ready
Assemble, fit, modify, and repair tooling, fixtures, and dies
Respond to tooling issues and support production with timely, accurate solutions
Work directly with production teams to troubleshoot and resolve tooling problems
Modify tooling and weld fixtures as needed
Support 5S, continuous improvement (CI), and safety projects
Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays (Part-Time will be prorated based on the hours you work)
401K match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
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.