Production Associate

Overview

Summary:

This position is responsible for product inspection, packaging, labeling and department cleaning. Independent thinking skills are necessary to assure compliance with Specifications, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), GMPs and Safety of the department and product. Responsibilities vary across a three-shift operation and several manufacturing processes and environments. The knowledge base is not limited to one specific environment or process.

• In-process inspections and quality checks for product defects
• Cleaning of machines and equipment per department SOPs
• Complete necessary steps to ensure proper packaging and labeling of product assisted by automatic packing equipment
• Operating laundry equipment
• Wash/dry clothes
• Rotate to any cell as Operator I when necessary
• Assist Material Handler I in moving freezer carts, pasteurization carts into incubator and operating lift equipment
• Maintain attendance in accordance with the RLD Attendance Policy
• Mandatory overtime is required

5 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit, work with hot surfaces, wet environment, chemicals and drug compounds.

• Ability to work independently
• Requires the use of and troubleshooting of the label dispensing equipment
• Good communication skills
• Good documentation skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of standard operating procedures, specifications, and job-specific training materials

High School Diploma or equivalent

Must be able to understand, speak, read and write English in order to comply with necessary SOPs, SPECs, job-specific training materials, GMPs, and other manuals.

Basic math skills required.

Decision making in this position is based on existing standard operating procedures as well as the ability to use good judgment. This includes determination of defective product. Independent decision making and responsiveness are necessary and may include prioritizing work and who to ask for assistance when determination of defective product is being evaluated. Resources used to resolve problems may include technicians, supervisors, managers, engineering, quality management, specifications, SOPs, and manuals.

• Must not be allergic to Penicillin or Cephalosporin drugs
• Visual acuity of 20/25 near vision with or without corrective vision required
• Must not be colorblind
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds between 6" off the floor to 5’8" to load freezer carts
• Push/pull up to 30 pounds to move loaded, wheeled, freezer carts with assistance from Material Handler I
• Frequent sitting, walking, standing, bending and squatting
• Frequent reaching between waist and shoulder level during inspection
• Occasional reaching up and out
• Repetitive grasping and movement of hands and fingers
• Must be able to work at machine-based speed

Final candidate will be required to pass a post-offer/pre-employment job placement examination to test the physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Pay rate of $21.15 per hour. This is a 12-hour 2-2-3 shift schedule. Day shift from 6:00am to 6:30pm.

Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles, including health and dental coverage starting on day one, life insurance, disability coverage, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), 401(k) with company matching, Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance, paid holidays and paid time off, family and medical leaves, paid parental leave, commuting benefits, Employee Discount Program, EAP, and childcare benefits. Additional information is available through the recruiter or Benefits site.

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 status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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