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Baxter International Inc. · 1 day ago

Associate I, Quality Laboratory (Nights)

Round Lake, Illinois

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$64K/yr - $88K/yr

0+ years exp

Baxter International Inc. is dedicated to redefining healthcare delivery and is seeking a Quality Laboratory Associate I to conduct critical analyses on pharmaceutical products. The role involves performing laboratory tests, maintaining compliance with regulations, and supporting production efficiency through teamwork and communication.

BiotechnologyClinical TrialsHealth CareMedical

No H1B

Responsibilities

Conduct critical chemical and physical analyses on Raw Materials, Initial, In-process and Final products, and samples collected from environmental monitoring programs at Baxter manufacturing facilities. Work under minimum supervision

Use sophisticated laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, FTIR, UV, GC etc) and computer systems to collect and record data

Perform advanced assays requiring precise analytical skills and understanding of biology and chemistry principles

Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs and specifications, FDA, GLP, QSR and cGMP regulations

Participate in functions involving teams, which impact production, increase efficiency, solve problems, generate cost savings and improve quality

Perform laboratory and manufacturing audits as required. Audit and update, as required, plant SOPs

Perform equipment maintenance and calibrations as required

Document the completion of testing in Notebooks, Controlled documents, Forms and LIMS and maintain accurate and complete quality records

Follow, understand and comply with Baxter SOP’s and policies on cGMP’s and safety. Maintain a clean, safe and organized lab area, and potentially assume responsibility to ensure that others maintain their lab areas

Investigate deviations and write exception/OOL/OOS/OOT documents

Support improvement projects and drive efficiency through utilization of LEAN management principles (i/e/ 6S, Kaizens etc)

Proactively and cooperatively communicate with peers and management to ensure awareness of progress and issues; recommend solutions when issues arise

Maintain and meet the highest standards in quality, customer service and regulatory compliance

Other projects as assigned

Qualification

HPLCGLPCGMPLIMSEmpower CDSCommunicationTeamworkSelf-motivationAdaptabilityPositive attitude

Required

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or science related degree with 6 months or more of experience

A candidate must not be allergic to Penicillin and Cephalosporin or their related products and /or materials

Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude in a highly dynamic environment

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when required

Must not be color blind

20/20 vision with or without correction

Preferred

Knowledge of Empower CDS and LIMS is preferred but not required

Knowledge of GLP, cGMP requirements and familiar with USP/ICH guidelines is preferred but not required

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage that start on day one

Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching

Flexible Spending Accounts

Educational assistance programs

Paid holidays

Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service

Family and medical leaves of absence

Paid parental leave

Commuting benefits

Employee Discount Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Childcare benefits

Company

Baxter International Inc.

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For nearly a century, we have delivered on our commitment to saving and sustaining the lives of patients, working alongside clinicians and providers around the world.

Founded in 1931

Deerfield, Illinois, USA

10001+ employees