Sr. Maintenance Specialist (2nd Shift)
Baxter · Batesville, IN
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Medical devices
- Posted
- 8 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior reliability role at Baxter (medical devices) in Batesville, IN. You will troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain a variety of mechanical and electrical equipment throughout the facility.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- Root cause, Robotics, CNC, Welding, Tooling
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Reliability Engineer roles in Indiana: typical posted base $121k–$154k.
Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 24 reliability engineer openings in Indiana, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Indiana plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 23 other live reliability postings in Indiana.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $121k–$154k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 58%
- ✓ Root cause 25%
- Lean 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Robotics, CNC, Tooling, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Baxter in Batesville
2 other open roles at this site.
- Maintenance Specialist (2nd Shift) · Reliability · Specialist
- Weld Engineer - Manufacturing · Manufacturing
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Your Role at Baxter
This is where my hands make life-sustaining products
As a Sr Maintenance Specialist, you will troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain a variety of mechanical and electrical equipment throughout the facility. You'll use your technical skills to identify problems, make repairs, and help keep equipment operating safely and efficiently to support production and facility operations. You will perform both preventive maintenance and emergency repairs to help minimize downtime and ensure equipment reliability.
Your Team
You will be part of the Maintenance team, a group of skilled technicians dedicated to keeping our manufacturing operations running smoothly. You'll work closely with Production Operators, Supervisors, Engineers, and outside vendors to solve equipment issues, improve equipment performance, and support a safe work environment. Success in this role requires teamwork, strong communication, and a willingness to share knowledge and assist others when needed.
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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.
What You'll Be Doing
- •Respond to maintenance and equipment issues during regular work hours, while on call, or during emergencies.
- •Find the cause of equipment problems and determine the best solution.
- •Take equipment apart, inspect it, repair or replace damaged parts, reassemble it, and test it to ensure it works properly.
- •Identify and order the correct replacement parts.
- •Work with equipment vendors and manufacturer service technicians to troubleshoot, repair, and improve new and existing equipment.
- •Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain CNC (Numerical Control) equipment, including automatic welders, tube benders, automatic lathes, power supplies, and other electronic equipment.
- •Maintain and troubleshoot robots and hydraulic press equipment.
- •Work with maintenance leadership to order and maintain inventory of parts, materials, and supplies needed for repairs and preventive maintenance.
- •Create, organize, and maintain equipment documentation, including sketches, wiring diagrams, drawings, and installation instructions.
- •Keep the Sr Maintenance Technician informed of work progress and any significant issues or concerns.
- •Participate in company training programs, vendor training, and industry seminars to maintain and improve technical skills.
- •Complete work accurately, safely, and efficiently.
- •Participate in team meetings, problem-solving activities, and continuous improvement efforts.
- •Communicate equipment issues and solutions with team members and supervisors.
- •Follow all established processes, procedures, and work instructions.
- •Document production and maintenance information when needed to help identify problems, support quality improvements, and assist with scheduling.
- •Troubleshoot production and equipment issues as they arise.
- •Train and assist other employees as needed to support quality, productivity, and workflow.
- •Evaluate defective materials, tooling, equipment issues, and potential production interruptions.
- •Recommend solutions and alternatives to the appropriate team members.
- •Use computers and communication tools as needed to perform job duties.
- •Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- •Follow all safety policies and procedures.
- •Perform additional duties and assignments as needed that are consistent with the
What You'll Bring
- •High School Diploma or GED.
- •Two-year technical college education preferred.
- •5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- •Hands-on experience maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, robotic, and automated production equipment.
- •Knowledge of preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and equipment reliability best practices.
- •Experience with CMMS software, preferably Maximo.
- •Ability to perform root cause analysis and drive corrective actions to prevent recurring issues.
- •Experience supporting Yaskawa robots, laser cutting equipment, hydraulic presses, and other automated manufacturing systems.
- •Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to respond quickly to production equipment issues.
- •Understanding of manufacturing safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- •Ability to work effectively with vendors, machine builders, and cross-functional teams.
- •Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
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.
US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)
