Fabrication Team Lead (1st Shift)

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 at Baxter

This is where my hands make life-sustaining products

As a Team Lead, you play a key role in helping Baxter save and sustain lives. You’ll lead people, guide daily production activities, and keep processes running smoothly within your assigned value stream. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you support your team on the floor, remove roadblocks, and help ensure hospital products are made safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Your Team

You’ll lead and support a team of manufacturing associates within a value stream focused on producing high‑quality hospital products. You’ll work closely with Production Supervisors, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to solve problems, improve processes, and keep production moving safely and efficiently. This team values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement—and relies on strong leadership on the floor to succeed.

What we offer from Day One

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays (Part-Time will be prorated based on the hours you work)
• 401K match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

What You'll Be Doing

• Set up production lines for smooth start‑ups and steady operation
• Step in to perform production work when needed to support staffing and output
• Monitor staffing throughout the shift and call out gaps or concerns promptly
• Adjust team assignments to keep work flowing safely and efficiently
• Communicate shift‑to‑shift issues related to machines, materials, or performance
• Edit and program CNC equipment including lathes, mills, tube benders, lasers, and other fabrication machinery
• Participate in lean initiatives, value stream activities, safety projects, and defect prevention efforts
• Lead or advance troubleshooting with Quality and Maintenance to find true root causes
• Identify process inefficiencies and assist with corrective actions
• Support in‑process repairs and product disposition, including reviewing and approving NCMRs
• Stop production when necessary to protect quality or safety
• Partner with the supervisor to manage vacation schedules and plan coverage
• Help train team members and update job instructions as processes change
• Create and maintain a safe work environment by reinforcing safety rules, using 6S principles, and leading regular safety and Gemba walks
• Lead tier meetings focused on safety, quality, and production performance
• Take quick and appropriate action when safety, quality, or equipment issues occur, following SOPs
• Apply and enforce cGMPs, quality standards, and standard operating procedures

What You'll Bring

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least 3 years of manufacturing experience, with demonstrated leadership skills
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, drawings, safety rules, and quality standards
• Basic math skills and working knowledge of CNC equipment
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Willingness and ability to obtain: Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) certification and Inspector certification

Preferred

• Experience with JD Edwards and/or Agile
• Familiarity with enterprise manufacturing systems (e.g., POMS, Maximo)
• Strong fabrication background

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Normal vision and ability to distinguish colors
• Ability to squat, kneel, climb, reach, bend, twist, and balance throughout the shift
• Ability to pass required PIV and other job‑related physicals

Other Responsibilities

This role may include additional duties as business needs change. Responsibilities may evolve with or without notice to support safe and efficient operations.

Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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 $54,400 - $74,800 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. 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.

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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