Inventory Specialist

About the role

This is where your work makes a difference. As a Shipping Warehouse Clerk at Baxter, you are driven by the knowledge that the products you help deliver save and sustain lives. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, addressing questions, encouraging teammates, and ensuring quality products are shipped on time. Baxter is known for its speed, high-quality products, and collaborative culture, where every individual is empowered to make a meaningful impact.

You’ll be part of a team focused on manufacturing and delivering life-saving products with precision. The role offers a supportive and open culture, extensive training, and opportunities to cross-train in various warehouse functions. Baxter provides a competitive salary and a full benefits plan starting on day one.

Responsibilities

• Complete activities encompassing warehouse shipping (domestic and international), material transfers, and cycle counting.
• Coordinate warehouse resources to optimize the flow of finished goods from production to the end customer.
• Ensure daily shipping of customer orders for accurate and timely delivery, maintaining Baxter’s goal of a 98% on-time fulfillment rate globally.
• Work with supervisors to resolve issues quickly and find solutions.
• Generate and maintain accurate process documentation, including shipping documentation and transactions.
• Investigate process problems promptly and document findings in an organized manner.
• Cross-train in all functions of finished goods, including the ability to enter a cleanroom to transfer materials.
• Assist in cycle counting activities as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma (or equivalent).
• 0 to 2 years of experience in Shipping and Receiving.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of cGMP regulations and OSHA requirements; must remain current on training.
• Ability to work overtime or weekends as required.
• Proficiency in computer skills.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs periodically.
• Physical requirements include standing, walking, sitting, and high manual dexterity.
• Ability to work in temperature variations (e.g., dock environments).

Preferred Qualifications

• ERP system knowledge.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement and Lean activities (e.g., Kaizen and 5S).

Pay

The estimated base salary for this position is $46,400 - $63,800 annually. Individual pay is based on location, skills, expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance starting on day one.
• Accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Financial and retirement benefits, including the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with a company stock discount and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company matching.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Educational assistance programs.
• Paid time off, including 20 to 35 days of paid time off based on length of service, paid holidays, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave.
• Additional benefits such as commuting benefits, Employee Discount Program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits.