Team Lead; two assigned weekdays

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate, and support daily production activities to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals are achieved.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and direction to production team members.
• Serve as a liaison between employees and supervisors, escalating issues and concerns as needed.
• Support training and cross‑training efforts to maintain workforce flexibility and capability.
• Facilitate effective communication regarding production goals, priorities, and operational updates.
• Monitor production schedules and work assignments to ensure production targets are met.
• Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, quality requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Conduct quality audits, inspections, and in‑process testing to verify product conformance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, process sheets, and work instructions.
• Troubleshoot production, equipment, and process‑related issues to minimize downtime.
• Work collaboratively with Quality, Maintenance, Logistics, and other departments to resolve operational challenges.
• Complete and maintain accurate production documentation, including Device History Records (DHRs).
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and participate in Kaizens, problem‑solving workshops, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and Baxter Operating System (BOS) practices.
• Promote a Zero Harm culture by following safety procedures and ensuring a safe work environment.
• Report hazards, near misses, incidents, and quality concerns promptly and appropriately.
• Maintain department organization, cleanliness, and adherence to workplace standards.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Experience with quality control, production processes, and manufacturing operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using ERP systems such as SAP is preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety requirements and regulatory compliance standards.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Saturday and Sunday, 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM, plus two assigned weekdays. The weekday schedule will be either Monday/Tuesday (1st or 2nd Shift) or Thursday/Friday (1st Shift), based on business needs and candidate alignment. The assigned schedule will be determined at hire and will remain consistent.

• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds; team lifting or lifting equipment required for items over 40 pounds.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds with assistance or proper lifting equipment.
• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull materials and equipment.
• Perform repetitive hand and finger movements requiring manual dexterity.
• Possess close visual acuity to inspect products and read work instructions.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environments with moderate to high noise levels while utilizing appropriate PPE.

The salary range for this position is $56,000 – $70,000. Compensation may be adjusted based on market data and other factors and is based on location, skills and experience.

• Medical and dental coverage starting on day one.
• Basic life, accident, short‑term and long‑term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company matching.
• Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance, and time‑off benefits (paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leave, paid parental leave).
• Commuting benefits, Employee Discount Program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits.

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic. Known rights:
Workplace discrimination is illegal. Baxter provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.