Quality Technician (6am-6:30pm)

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Your role at Baxter

The Quality Technician will primarily support Laboratory operations at the Round Lake Manufacturing facility in Round Lake, IL. This position encompasses testing support for pharmaceutical products (biologics and drugs) through all stages of the manufacturing process including incoming raw materials, in-process samples and finished product and includes facility environmental and critical systems monitoring.

The shift for this position is a day shift 6am-6:30pm

What you'll be doing

• Perform visual inspection testing on final products. Work under minimum supervision.
• Proactively and collaboratively connect with peers and management to ensure awareness of progress and issues; recommend solutions when issues arise.
• Use laboratory instrumentation and computer systems (i.e. LIMS) to collect and record data.
• Monitor inventory of supplies, equipment, and reagents; stock supplies as necessary.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance activities.
• Perform biohazardous waste disposal.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized lab area and perform regular laboratory housekeeping activities.
• Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs and specifications, FDA, QSR and cGMP regulations.
• Follow, understand and align with Baxter SOP’s and policies on cGMP’s and safety.
• Contribute to other laboratory tasks and projects as assigned.
• Will work in both Drug Delivery and Penicillin facilities as needed.

What you'll bring

• High School diploma/GED required & 2-3 years laboratory experience preferred.
• Must not be allergic to Penicillin, Cephalosporins, or their related products and /or materials.
• Visual acuity 20/25 Near Vision with or without corrective vision required
• Must not be color blind.
• Ability to meet requirements for performing visual inspection activities.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivation, adaptability and a positive attitude in a highly dynamic environment.
• Occasional off-shift and weekend work required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when required.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Background knowledge in basic laboratory principles is preferred.

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 $40,000 - $55,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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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