Supply Handler

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Summary
This position performs downstream activities that are required to successfully complete a production.  This involves initiation of paperwork not generated by the documentation center, verification of components per the appropriate Bill of Materials, set-up, challenge and verification of label dispensers, verification of weighing and measuring devices for current calibration status, and set-up and verification of batch board and seal integrity stations.  Some areas require the operation of assembly equipment including the operation of blending, grinding, and some molding.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitor product exposure times and document process flow as required
• Periodically performs all Operator I/Operator II functions
• Pull required processing samples, document, package and distribute
• Set-up/Tear down room and keep production area supplies up to date
• Perform all line clearances
• Replace labels on dispensers, take appropriate samples and verify as well as troubleshoot any label dispenser problems
• Collect, document, disposition production scrap
• Trouble shoot problems in the finishing area, and decide how to correct or who to contact
• Facility cleaning as required based on daily schedule
• Move production cart into +5oC and freezer areas in the required times required by product specification
• Required to maintain attendance in accordance with the RLD Attendance Policy
• Mandatory overtime is required
• Moving of pasteurization carts and operation of pasteurizer

Work Environment:  Work in 60 to 75o F and +5o C in cooler, moderate exposure to chemicals.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Must not be allergic to Penicillin or Cephalosporin
• Ability to work independently
• Requires the use of and troubleshooting of the label dispensing equipment
• Good communication skills
• Good documentation skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good computer skills
• Knowledge of standard operating procedures, specifications, and Job-specific training materials.

Education and/or Experience:  High School Diploma or equivalent
 
Language Skills:  Must be able to understand, speak, read and write English in order to comply with necessary SOP’s, SPEC’s, Job-specific training materials, GMP’s, and other manuals.

Mathematical Skills:  Basic math skills required.
 
Reasoning Ability:  Decision making in this position is based on existing standard operating procedures as well as ability to use good judgment.  This includes the determination of defective product.  Independent decision making and responsiveness is necessary for this position and may include prioritizing work, releasing of product and evaluation of the appropriate person to ask for assistance when determination of defective product is being evaluated.  Resources used to resolve problems may include technicians, supervisors, managers, engineering, quality management, specifications, SOP’s and manuals.
 
Other Skills and Abilities: Requires the ability to use measuring devices, such as calipers, templates, pin gauges and micrometers.

Physical Demands:

• Must not be allergic to Penicillin or Cephalosporin Drugs.
• Visual acuity 20/25 Near Vision with or without corrective vision required.
• Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds
• Frequent walking and standing
• Occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, reaching up and out, wrist turning, pinching and manipulation

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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Reasonable Accommodations

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