Team Lead, Maintenance

This is whereyour 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 at Baxter:

As a Lead Maintenance Technician, you'll play a critical role in ensuring our facilities operate at peak performance to support the delivery of life-saving healthcare products. This position is designed for a hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about driving operational excellence.

This shift is Monday to Friday 1st Shift. It is customary to provide service on an emergency basis, including overtime, weekends and during facility shutdowns. Out of town travel may be required to attend seminars, visit equipment vendors or other Baxter facilities.

WHAT WE OFFER FROM DAY 1:

• Hours: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance coverage

• Vision and Voluntary Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave

• Retirement Savings Plan

• Employee Stock Purchase Program

• Flexible Health Care Spending Accounts

• Educational Assistance Plan

What you'll be doing:

• Direct the dedicated work force in the required tasks to complete the daily facility maintenance obligations.
• To ensure all facility preventative and demand maintenance is completed efficiently and timely, utilizing proper industry recognized practices.
• Assign and track maintenance activities to technician staff
• Mentor and develop technician staff
• *Assist Maintenance Manager in the day-to-day managing of Maintenance activities.
• Provide Leadership in the absence of the Supervisor/Manager.
• Provide Training for Maintenance Tech I and II, Apprentices, etc.
• Lead Technician for new equipment installation, modifications, and upgrades.
• Troubleshoot repairs for Electronics, Robotics with/without engineering support.
• Resolves issues related to equipment, process, compliance; performs unscheduled maintenance and responds to trouble calls in a timely manner.
• Work in a safe manner always, and trained in Lock Out Tag Out, Basic Electrical Safety, Ladder Safety, and other site areas.
• Ensure all Maintenance and Facility procedures are followed and completed properly.
• Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) always as outlined by Baxter's policies and procedures.
• Strict adherence to Environmental Health & Safety SOPs, Policies, and Procedures to ensure safe and quality products.
• Participates in department and site continuous improvement projects.
• All other tasks assigned as required to support the site

What you'll bring

• High School Diploma or GED required * Technical School Training, preferred.

• 4-5 years of prior maintenance experience on automated manufacturing machines/equipment.

• Previous work in Facilities Maintenance, Previous Supervisory Experience, preferred. 5 years of facility maintenance experience

• Must be able to operate PIT

• Effective Communication; with Leadership, Vendors, Coworkers, etc.

• Able to Work Independently without direct Supervision.

• Point of contact for new equipment installation, modifications, and upgrades.

• Proven Leadership & Collaboration: Demonstrated success in leading technical maintenance teams with a strong emphasis on collaboration, empathy, and fostering a supportive work environment. Leader with a Team-Oriented mindset that place people[1]first.

• Technical Expertise in Maintenance Systems: Hands-on experience with preventive maintenance programs and systems such as PMAS and SAP. Demonstrate ability to proactively manage equipment reliability will be highly valued.

• Digital Fluency: Basic proficiency in computer applications is essential to navigate maintenance systems and support operational efficiency. Basic Computer Skills: Microsoft Word/Microsoft Excel.

• Mechanical Skills with Specialized Equipment: Practical knowledge in the maintenance and operation of electric forklifts and related equipment is preferred. Systems Control Aptitude: A foundational understanding of system controls is beneficial, with opportunities to grow your skills through on-the-job learning and development.

• HVAC & Refrigeration Knowledge: Experience with HVAC and refrigeration systems is a plus.

Physical Demands

• Position requires the ability to individually lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

• Must be able to bend/stoop, squat, climb, reach above shoulder level, reach below- shoulder level, twist and bend at the neck, twist and bend at the waist and balance.

• Normal visual acuity is necessary, including the ability to distinguish colors.

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 $60,000.00 - $82,500.00 USD annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of 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.

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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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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