SR Production Technician - Kiefel Weekend Shift (7:00pm - 7:00am)

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.

• •Shift flexibility to trade shifts and leverage overtime opportunities
• •Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• •160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• •401K match
• •Employee Stock Purchase Program
• •Paid Parental Leave
• •Tuition Reimbursement

What You'll Be Doing

The Kiefel Production Technician II is a Salary Non-Exempt position which contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives by supplying, operating and maintaining a set of Kiefel Machines in addition to inspecting and performing quality checks on the finished bags as necessary. Kiefel Production Technician will be the primary resource for identifying and correcting any maintenance issues on the Kiefel.

• •Act as a SME in machine operations and Kiefel processes.
• •Perform routine and preventative maintenance such as alignment adjustments, replacement of machine parts or belts, cleaning and lubrication while supporting Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• •Investigate, identify and correct or escalate any inefficiency in the machine’s performance.
• •Conduct on-the-job training for Kiefel Production Technicians.
• •Document completed maintenance activity and follow up work orders in Maximo.
• •Load and secure finished product in mobile closets as well as scan containers in to GME (inventory system)
• •Execute a machine changeover (including main seal die) when necessary. Certification must be received to complete associated task.
• •Test, inspect and package Inter-Plant Shipping Orders (IPSO).
• •Perform and document scheduled cleaning activities.
• •Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical or discrepancy issues occur.
• •Take a leadership role in sustaining a clean and safe work area using 6S principles including maintaining and securing provided tools
• •Participate on teams that help generate ideas in process improvements to equipment.
• •Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

• •Must have basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members.
• •Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings.
• •Must be able to perform basic mathematics.
• •Will need to be able to understand the complex mechanical and electrical aspects of the Kiefel machine in order to maintain and make the necessary repairs.
• •Proficient in how to use measurement tools (Caliper, Microscope, Micrometer, Ruler, Taper Gauge, etc.) as well as basic hand tools.
• •Basic computer skills
• •High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• •Must be at least 18 years of age.
• •2-3 years of Production Technician or manufacturing experience with duties including preventative maintenance, machine troubleshooting, etc.

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