Production Technician I, Kiefel (7:00pm-7:00am)

About the role

As a Production Technician - Kiefel, you are happiest when you are moving, and we will not disappoint! Baxter is known for its speed and high-quality product. Our manufacturing operations are around-the-clock to meet the needs of our customers. Our high-caliber talent works through the challenges at hand while pushing toward meeting client order needs. Different shift assignments allow for flexibility and safety.

What you'll be doing

The Kiefel Production Technician I is a Salaried Non-Exempt position which contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives by supplying, operating and maintaining a Kiefel Machine in addition to inspecting and performing quality checks on the finished bags.

• Operate, monitor, and adjust as necessary a Kiefel machine using controls on an electrical control panel (HMI) or by making manual adjustments
• Load and replenish production supplies (i.e. injection sites, tubing, PVC/Non-PVC roll stock and adhesive) at a rate consistent with production needs
• Perform scheduled quality checks, disposition product, identify any deviations that may occur and take the appropriate action to include stopping production on the machine if necessary
• Inspect finished product and ensure that the quality standards have been met
• Load and secure finished product in mobile closets
• Execute a machine changeover when assigned (material changeovers only)
• Document required information on manufacturing logs and/or POMS system
• Identify, correct or escalate any inefficiency in the machine's performance
• Test, inspect and package Inter-Plant Shipping Orders (IPSO)
• Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, or mechanical issues occur
• Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles including maintaining and securing provided tools

What you'll bring

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• At least 1-2 years Production Technician or manufacturing experience with duties including preventative maintenance, machine troubleshooting, etc.
• 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
• Proficient in how to use a calculator and measurement tools (calipers, snap gauges, rulers), as well as basic hand tools

Physical requirements

• The ability to push/pull and lift/carry up to 50 pounds and stand/walk continuously throughout the shift
• Normal visual acuity required
• Ability to 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 balance

Pay

This position has a pay rate of $48,048.00 annually.

Benefits

What we offer from Day One:

• 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 Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Additional benefits include Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, family and medical leaves of absence, commuting benefits, Employee Discount Program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits.