Facility Maintenance Technician 3rd Shift 7p-7a

Company: BAXTER
Location: Great Lakes
Posted on: March 15, 2023

Job Description:

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives- where your purpose accelerates our mission.

This is a Weekend Shift 7p-7A Saturday and Sunday and then 3rd shift two weekdays.

Must not be allergic to Penicillin or Cephalosporins.

Summary:

• Responsible for providing mechanical, electrical, technical and troubleshooting support, performs maintenance and repairs to production machinery.
• Performs preventive and predictive maintenance as required, ensuring equipment availability.
• Performs troubleshooting of mechanical, pneumatic and electrical systems and machine control issues and equipment performance improvement projects.
• Perform all duties with a focus on optimizing safety, quality, service and cost. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for daily maintenance activities in the production or facility areas.
  • Conducts preventive and planned maintenance activities as required.
  • Assist in the installation, startup and preparation of documentation for new equipment.
  • Works directly with engineers to implement corrective actions to eliminate recurrent problems with production equipment.
  • Responsible for knowing and following all safety and compliance requirements by maintaining cleanliness within work area, ensuring proper hygiene in work areas at all times.
  • Performs written documentation and regulatory recordkeeping responsibilities as defined in the standard operating procedures for equipment maintenance.
  • Works in a safe manner always, encourages a culture of Zero Harm, and is trained in Arc Flash, LOTO, Basic Electrical safety, Ladder Safety, and other plant programs.
  • Strictly adheres to Standard Operating Procedures and performs accurate and timely documentation.
  • Trouble-shoots, repairs and maintains a wide range of equipment, such as: Robots, programmable logic controller (PLC) systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley, etc.), vision systems, photo eyes/sensors, limit switches, proximity switches, temperature controllers, variable speed drives, motors, servos, pneumatic systems, motor and machine controls, advanced electronics, ultrasonic and RF plastic welders, leak detection systems, and electrical systems up to 480v, 3ph.
  • Performs basic jobs such as equipment relocations, crating or uncrating of parts, mechanical adjustments and alignments, identifying and ordering of spare parts, documenting all work, clean-up before leaving job, attending relevant training and meetings. -
  • Participates in projects and upgrades.
  • Able and willing to work overtime when required Qualifications:
    • Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to carry and climb 10 ft ladders.
    • Must be able to stand and work at two-hour minimum intervals.
    • Must be able to work in tight spaces.
    • Must be able to bend/stoop, squat, climb, reach above shoulder level, reach at or 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.
    • Must have experience with basic hand tools and electrical meters.
    • Light machining skills not required but a plus.
    • Ability to implement energy improvement projects.
    • Must be able to read electrical and pneumatic diagrams, knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics a plus.
    • Show an active interest in self-improvement and training.
    • Work with limited amount of supervision, have strong verbal and written communication skills. -
    • Good documentation skills and strong computer skills
    • Strong troubleshooting skills.
    • Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical drawings, flowcharts, and/or other technical drawings.
    • Ability to work under pressure and respond with a sense of urgency.
    • Ability and willingness to expand knowledge and scope in maintenance techniques and new equipment technologies.
    • Availability to support plant's hours of operation.
    • Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Maximo preferred
    • Electrical knowledge and experience with AC/DC motors and drives, electrical systems up to 480V 3-phase, relays, switches, sensors, valves, and servo motors.
    • The incumbent must work in a clean room environment wearing special garments. Additionally, personal protective equipment must be worn due to safety requirements. '
      
      Education and/or Experience
      • High school diploma or GED equivalent required, technical certifications a plus
      • Associates degree in a technical discipline or above a plus
      • 3 or more years manufacturing systems experience 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 our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. To that end, this position has a salary range of $33,000 to $76,000. The above range represents the expected salary range for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location.
        
        The successful candidate for this job may be required to verify that he or she has been vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to reasonable accommodations for individuals with medical conditions or religious beliefs that prevent vaccination, and in accordance with applicable law.
        
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