BAXTER: Maintenance Technician

This is where you save and sustain lives At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission.

No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world.

Youll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxters products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home.

For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other.

This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives where your purpose accelerates our mission.Job DescriptionPosition: Maintenance Technician ManufacturingShift: 6th The Technician, Maintenance Manufacturing is a Salaried Non-Exempt position which contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives by ensuring safe and efficient operation of plant manufacturing equipment through hands on maintenance and maintenance related initiatives.Essential Job DutiesContinuous improvement:Directly supports PMT, TPM, and energy reduction activities through team membership, innovative thinking, and completion of assigned projects.Coordinate with Engineering and perform equipment modifications to include the required change control documentation (CMR/EWR)Involved in safety solutionsTraining: Act as a resource in B-4 mechanic and manufacturing operator skill training.Equipment Reliability:Understand the use of predictive maintenance tools Develop opportunities to use predictive tools by attending training and then training others in Laser Alignment Vibration Analysis Infrared UltrasonicDevelop tools (jigs) for standard equipment checksPreventative Maintenance generation and or refinement of existing PMsAnalyze machine failures for root cause and implement corrective actionsAssist in annual inspectionsMonitor parts spending and reliability trendsTroubleshooting: Utilize a laptop to communicate with PLCs and Servos to diagnose issuesUse a drawing package, multi-meter and other diagnostic equipment to determine electrical issuesDiagnose mechanical wear, alignment, adjustment, and setup issuesDevelop standard work for troubleshooting and setups/changeoversProjects:New Equipment installs works with engineers, vendors, and equipment suppliersInstallation support act as lead technician on floor, directing central maintenance and other supporting groupsFactory acceptance testing works with engineer and quality to accept new equipment which could include being willing to travel with overnight stays for factory acceptance and trainingProcedures:Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (Pro) for maintenance related SOPsProficient in CMR, EWR, Cleaning reports, and other equipment related documentation as applicable to the areaNotify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality or discrepancy issues occurSustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principlesLearn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)Work EnvironmentThis position involves working around moving equipmentCan include working in a Class I, Class II, Class III or Class IV Controlled Environment which may include the following dress/gowning requirements: safety glasses, ear plugs, hairnet, beard cover, isolation mask, gown, hood, boots or shoe covers, face shield, insulated gloves and disposable glovesRequired Qualifications/CertificationsHigh School Diploma, GED or equivalentMust be at least 18 years of ageMinimum of 5 years of mechanical systems repair, industrial maintenance or equivalent is requiredPreferred QualificationsAssociates degree in a technical related discipline (i.E.

Industrial Maintenance)Required CompetenciesMust have basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team membersUnderstand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawingsMust be able to perform basic mathematicsBasic computer skills requiredWell organizedSelf-motivated to achieve goals and require little supervisionAbility to develop a concept from general requirementsPhysical RequirementsThe position requires the ability to individually lift and carry up to 50 poundsMust be able to bend/stoop, squat, climb, reach above shoulder level, reach at or below shoulder level, twist and bend at the neck, twist and bend at the waist and balanceNormal visual acuity is necessary including the ability to distinguish colors.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, department and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Overtime is worked as required.

Some job duties are performed on a rotating basis.*Due to the nature of this position, the ability to work most holidays, some weekends and plant shut down periods is required.Equal Employment Opportunity Baxter is an equal opportunity employer.

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