Baxter International Inc. · 16 hours ago
Equipment Maintenance Supervisor
Round Lake, Illinois
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$72K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expBaxter International Inc. is committed to redefining healthcare delivery and making a significant impact in people's lives. The Equipment Maintenance Supervisor will lead a maintenance team, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while managing resources efficiently to support operations.
BiotechnologyClinical TrialsHealth CareMedical
No H1B
Responsibilities
Supervise and lead a maintenance team that will include mechanics and technicians to support operations
Be responsible for execution of assigned shutdown and / or other projects
Ensure compliance as it relates to PMs, maintenance documentation, training, quality, 6s, safety
Provide a positive and equitable working environment emphasizing the Baxter Shared Values – Respect, Responsiveness and Results
Support and Emphasize the Safety and Quality commitments of the department – make decisions concerning these commitments within the area
Provide direction of resources in the most efficient and productive manner possible
Identify/prioritize/provide resources on a shift to assist the superintendent to meet the annual operational plan and budgetary commitments
Facilitate, verify, and even conduct appropriate training for employees in the area (including but not limited to GMP, troubleshooting, maintenance skills, and safety)
Ensure compliance with all GMP rules, specifications, SOPs, and FDA requirements as the need arises
Commit to employee feedback and developmental process – support Talent Management goals, conduct recognition and disciplinary action for employees, facilitate employee representation throughout the organization
Submit and/or maintain and distribute reports related to attendance, labor, maintenance metrics, safety, and others as needed
Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles
Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
Qualification
Required
AAS degree in a scientific or engineering field with a minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience or equivalent
Demonstrated communication, administrative and strong technical leadership skills with ability to interface well with other departments and lead effectively and efficiently in a team environment
Proven professional writing skills
Strong ability to effectively prioritize responsibilities in a manufacturing plant setting
Good assessment and troubleshooting skills (mechanical, electrical, and process) with demonstrated and proven experience and background
Solid understanding of maintenance systems to include preventive maintenance and CMMS
Ability to understand regulatory and safety guidelines applicable to the medical / pharmaceutical industry and industry in general
Must have experience and knowledge with Lockout / Tagout and other Safety Programs
Interact with all levels of personnel to analyze and tackle problems related to equipment but also with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and personnel issues
Knowledge of WCM methods (Lean, Six Sigma, and QLP)
Ability to respond to detailed inquiries, and present information to groups and department management
Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings
Must have basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members
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.
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.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.28BKey Investors
German Federal Ministry of Education and Research
2025-12-08Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2021-04-21Grant· $1.81M
2019-05-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.68B
Leadership Team
Andrew Hider
President and Chief Executive Officer
Giuseppe Accogli
EVP & Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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