Associate, Packaging - 3rd Shift (Sun night- Fri Morning 11:20pm-7:50am)

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Your Role at Baxter

This is where your work helps create life-sustaining products.

As a Packaging Associate at Baxter, you will support the production of high-quality medical devices by performing packaging and final assembly activities for our Blood Pressure Cuffs product line. In this role, you will help ensure products are packaged accurately, safely, and in compliance with quality and regulatory standards before reaching our customers.

Working as part of a collaborative manufacturing team, you will contribute to efficient production operations, maintain inventory and material flow, support continuous improvement initiatives, and help uphold Baxter's commitment to quality, safety, and patient care.

What You'll Be Doing

• Package cuffs and other finished products coming from the production line according to established work instructions.

• Package, label, and prepare component parts and assemblies for shipment while ensuring product protection and completeness.

• Stack and organize boxes on pallets for shipping and storage in accordance with safety and operational procedures.

• Maintain inventory levels by replenishing materials and components as needed.

• Report inventory discrepancies, material shortages, and quality concerns to Team Leaders.

• Inspect products and materials for defects, damage, or nonconforming conditions.

• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and regulatory requirements.

• Complete required training programs and participate in advanced training opportunities.

• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives, including Kaizen events.

• Maintain a clean, organized workspace in accordance with 6S principles.

• Contribute to a Zero Harm culture by following all environmental, health, and safety requirements.

• Report hazards, near misses, incidents, and quality concerns in a timely manner.

• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, and company quality standards.

Shift Information

Schedule: 3rd Shift (Sun night- Fri Morning 11:20pm-7:50am)

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• No prior manufacturing experience required; on-the-job training will be provided.

• Ability to read and understand written instructions, specifications, and work procedures.

• Strong attention to detail and visual inspection skills.

• Ability to identify product defects and quality concerns.

• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

• Basic problem-solving abilities.

• Willingness to learn new processes, equipment, and workstations.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.

• Frequently lift and carry materials weighing up to 25–55 pounds depending on the workstation.

• Team lifting or lifting equipment is required for items over 40 pounds.

• Perform repetitive motions including lifting, twisting, bending, reaching, and handling materials.

• Use fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination to package products and operate equipment.

• Possess close visual acuity to inspect products and identify defects.

• Ability to distinguish color-coded components and indicators where required.

• Work in environments that may include exposure to manufacturing noise and require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE

Work Environment

This position is located within a regulated manufacturing environment where safety, quality, and teamwork are essential.

• Work at designated manufacturing and packaging workstations.

• Operate in a fast-paced production environment with established performance expectations.

• Follow all required safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE.

• Work collaboratively with production team members and supervisors.

• May require shift work, overtime, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.

• Participate in a culture focused on continuous improvement, quality, and operational excellence.

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 our employees and strive to be transparent with our pay practices. Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour. Compensation is determined based on several factors including relevant skills and experience, tenure, business line, and geographic location.

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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