Production Technician I, Baxter

Baxter

Location:

United States, Marion

Category:

Manufacturing

Contract Type:

Employment contract

Salary:

41305.58 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Fill/Pouch Production Technician I contributes to saving and sustaining lives by supplying, operating, and maintaining various equipment in the Fill/Pouch areas. Responsibilities include performing quality checks, inspecting products, troubleshooting machinery, and ensuring production meets high standards.

Job Responsibility:

Operate, monitor and make adjustments as necessary to manual and automated filling equipment and machines using controls on an electrical control panel (HMI) or by way of manual adjustments
Set-up, load and replenish production supplies by use of a powered industrial truck (PIT) at a rate consistent with production needs
Perform minor routine and preventative maintenance such as alignment adjustments, replacement of machine parts or belts, cleaning and lubrication while supporting Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
Reconcile headcount needed on a per shift basis based on schedule production demands
Perform scheduled quality checks, disposition product, identify any deviations that may occur and take the appropriate action to include stopping production on the machine if necessary
Inspect finished product to ensure quality standards are being met
Execute Batch/Code changes, tank changes, as well as sub lots as required
Document required information on manufacturing logs and/or POMS system
Investigate, identify and correct or escalate any inefficiency in the machine’s performance including mechanical wear, alignment, adjustment, and setup issues
Develop standard work for troubleshooting and setups/changeovers
Read blueprints and use tools to measure the product, ensuring the output meets specifications, making adjustments/repairs as needed
Perform and document scheduled cleaning activities
Assist in Quality Improvement or VIP programs if required
Work with Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor to coordinate training requirements for line staff
Train new associates on responsible processes
Ensure the proper use, care, and storage of tools and equipment
Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical or discrepancy issues occur
Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles including maintaining and securing provided tools.

Requirements:

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
Must be at least 18 years of age
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
Must be able to perform basic mathematics
Proficient in how to use a calculator and measurement tools as well as basic hand tools
Must have basic computer skills
CRC (Career Readiness Certification) at the Silver level preferred
Production Technician or manufacturing experience with duties including preventative maintenance, machine troubleshooting, etc. preferred
This position requires frequent grasping, pushing/pulling and reaching with hands and arms
The position also involves lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally throughout the shift
Normal visual acuity and the ability to distinguish color are necessary
Occasionally specialized physicals are required when working with certain drug codes
Must be able to bend/stoop, squat, climb, reach above shoulder level, reach at or below shoulder level, kneel, twist and bend at the neck, twist and bend at the waist and balance
Must be able to pass the Powered Industrial Truck (P.I.T.) physical.

Nice to have:

CRC (Career Readiness Certification) at the Silver level
Production Technician or manufacturing experience with duties including preventative maintenance, machine troubleshooting, etc.

What we offer:

Shift flexibility to trade shifts and leverage overtime opportunities
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
401K match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 20, 2025

Employment Type:

Parttime

Work Type:

On-site work

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