Quality Lab Associate

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.

Join our dedicated team at Baxter Healthcare Corporation as a Quality Lab Associate I in Cleveland, MS! This is an outstanding opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you will play a meaningful role in ensuring the quality of our world‑class products. As part of our team, you will have the chance to collaborate with experienced professionals and contribute to our mission of delivering flawless healthcare solutions.

• Perform chemical quantitative and qualitative analysis on intravenous solutions, sets, devices, raw materials, and plant water (distilled, non‑distilled) using ‘wet’ chemistry techniques and instrument analysis.
• Use laboratory instrumentation, computer systems, and software to collect and record data.
• Apply detailed analytical skills and chemistry principles to perform accurate analysis.
• Conduct investigations using problem‑solving and troubleshooting techniques.
• Prepare and complete protocols, and investigate deviations, writing exception documents as needed.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by understanding and applying rigorous quality standards, detailed process guidelines, and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Complete and peer‑review documentation meticulously.
• Conduct all testing, including special projects and protocol testing, in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles.
• Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical, or discrepancy issues arise.
• Align with plant and department environmental health and safety regulations.
• Work off‑shift hours and some weekends as required.

• Computer proficiency is required.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Candidate must not be color blind as determined by the Ishihara’s Test for Color Deficiency.
• Candidates must meet near vision visual acuity requirements annually as detailed in the Baxter‑Cleveland Visual Acuity procedure CL‑01‑01‑037.

• B.S. Degree in Science (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physical Chemistry, Biology with Chemistry preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Quantitative analysis or equivalent lab experience.
• Experience with instrumental analysis required.
• 2‑4 years of experience.

Please note this job description is not built to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Overtime is worked as required.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $68,000 - $85,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position.

We may pay more or less than that of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This…