Quality Technician, Receiving & Inspection

This is where  your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. 

Your Role

A Quality Technician in the Receiving and Inspection (R&I) Department performs daily inspections of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), excipients, film, and various packaging materials to ensure the materials being received are produced in accordance with company methodology, procedures, and standards. R&I Quality Technicians are also responsible for documentation review to ensure compliance with material specifications.

*** The candidate must not be allergic to Penicillin or Cephalosporin drugs ***

What You'll Be Doing

• Completes sampling and inspection of all API and excipients used in the formulation of finished product in Round Lake Drug Delivery.

• Completes sampling and inspection of all printed direction inserts, Labels, Cartons, and other various packaging materials used in Round Lake Drug Delivery.

• Releases materials for production after quality inspections and/or tests are completed and acceptable.

• Uses small hand tools and various measuring and testing devices in performing quality tests.

• Strong computer/software literacy, preferred experience with material inventory management systems.

• Completes data entries in GME and Labvantage for materials.

• Completes required weekly cleaning in the Non-Cephalosporin clean room.

• Packages samples to be sent to external testing labs.

• Flexible schedule with the ability to work overtime as needed to meet the production schedule.

• Will work in Non-Cephalosporin, Cephalosporin, and Penicillin facilities as needed.

What You'll Bring:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.

• Good writing and verbal communication skills, and problem-solving skills are required.

• Ability to work in a team environment and make independent decisions based on procedural and regulatory requirements.

• Complete understanding of cGMPs and GDP procedures.

• The candidate must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

• 20/30 vision in at least one eye with or without corrective lenses.

• The candidate must be able to work flexible hours in a dynamic environment with minimal direct supervision.

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 $44,800 - $67,200 annually. The estimated salary 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 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 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

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/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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