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As a Process Engineer at Baxter Healthcare Corporation, you will play a pivotal role in our Injection Molding and Devices operations. This is an outstanding opportunity to be at the forefront of continuous improvement, new business initiatives, and capacity expansion projects. Your contributions will ensure the flawless execution of manufacturing equipment reliability and process support work within our innovative cleanroom environment. You will be part of a cross-functional team that manages ambitious projects and drives world-class performance!
Initial project work involves installing and bringing into operation new automated device assembly machines, altering cleanroom environments, and validating new molds and assembly equipment. You will support the Project Manager in planning, monitoring, and purchasing to successfully carry out these initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Build and modify precision assembly and/or manufacturing equipment.
- Manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
- Prepare accurate estimates for various tasks and projects.
- Coordinate capital projects, directly and through coordinating engineers.
- Drive continuous improvement activities across the department.
- Collaborate with plant and corporate groups, contractors, and vendors.
- Coordinate the initiation, troubleshooting, and commissioning phases for new manufacturing processes.
- Manage equipment life cycle processes such as upgrades, replacement, and decommissioning.
- Perform product life cycle management tasks, including build changes, material changes, Supplier Notice of Change (SNC) assessments, and specification changes.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting to all plant departments.
- Demonstrate proactive communication and problem-solving skills.
- Support and achieve Value Improvement Projects (VIPs).
- Adhere to FDA Design Control standards and maintain all department operational guidelines.
- Generate technical documents, reports, equipment specifications, and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or Computer Engineering preferred) or equivalent experience.
- A minimum of 2 years in Engineering or Manufacturing is required; experience in FDA manufacturing is helpful.
- Preferred experience with automation controls, automated assembly, control systems, PLCs, HMIs, servos, and vision inspection systems.
- Proficiency in software used to build models (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is preferred.
- Six Sigma Master Black Belt Certification or industry-standard equivalent is preferred.
- Experience in plastic injection molding is advantageous.
- Project Management skills and experience, including familiarity with Microsoft Project, are a plus.
- Experience and skills in Lean Manufacturing are helpful.
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 $76,000 - 95,000 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 position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply.
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US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)
This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter
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