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BAXTER

Etowah, NC 28729
Posted at 29 Jan, 2024

Description

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare. The Maintenance Technician, Manufacturing is a Salaried Non-Exempt position which contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives by ensuring safe and efficient operation of plant manufacturing equipment through hands on maintenance and maintenance related initiatives.   Shift flexibility to trade shifts and leverage overtime opportunities   ~ Medical, Dental and V ision coverage   ~160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays   ~Employee Stock Purchase Program   ~ Tuition Reimbursement      Directly supports PMT, TPM, and energy reduction activities through team membership, innovative thinking, and completion of assigned projects.   Coordinate with Engineering and perform equipment modifications to include the required change control documentation (CMR/EWR)  Coordinate training requirements from Engineering/Maintenance   Provide technical training for registered apprentices and manufacturing employees when assigned by maintenance supervision   Understand the use of predictive maintenance tools - Develop opportunities to use predictive tools by attending training and then training others in Laser Alignment - Vibration Analysis – Infrared – Ultrasonic   Develop tools (jigs) for standard equipment checks   Preventative Maintenance generation and or refinement of existing PM Assist in annual inspections   Monitor parts spending and reliability trends   Utilize a laptop to communicate with PLCs and Servos to diagnose issues   Use a drawing package, multi- meter and other diagnostic equipment to determine electrical issues   Diagnose mechanical wear, alignment, adjustment, and setup issues   Perform emergency repairs and resolve PLC or various mechanical issues   New Equipment installs – works with engineers, vendors, and equipment suppliers   Installation support – act as lead technician on floor, directing central maintenance and other supporting groups   Factory acceptance testing – works with engineer and quality to accept new equipment which could include being willing to travel with overnight stays for factory acceptance and training   Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (Pro) for maintenance related SOPs   Proficient in CMR, EWR, Cleaning reports, and other equipment related documentation as applicable to the area   Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality or discrepancy i ssues occur   Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)  Investigate, identify and correct any inefficiency in machine performance   C ommunicate with outgoing shift personnel to obtain information regarding any problems with machines, materials, etc. encountered during the previous shift and review point of use tool inventory   Minimum of 5 years of mechanical systems repair, industrial maintenance or equivalent is required   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   Basic computer skills required   Self-motivated to achieve goals and require little supervision   Industrial Maintenance) , preferred   Normal visual acuity is necessary including the ability to distinguish colors.   *Due to the nature of this position, the ability to work most holidays, some weekends and plant shut down periods is required.   We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. The successful candidate for this job may be required to verify that he or she has been vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to reasonable accommodations for individuals with medical conditions or religious beliefs that prevent vaccination, and in accordance with applicable law. 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. Pay Transparency Policy Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Recruitment Fraud Notice Baxter has discovered incidents of employment scams, where fraudulent parties pose as Baxter employees, recruiters, or other agents, and engage with online job seekers in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice .