Lead Hand, Packing

• Coordinate the operation of the Viaflex Packing department
• Monitor equipment performance and make adjustments and repairs as required
• Work closely with Project Engineer with any Packing Improvement Processes
• Responsible for escalating safety, quality, and production issues as appropriate
• Ensuring all SOP’s, GMP’s and Safety rules are followed
• Responsible for the completeness and accuracy of EBR tasks for FOB/LOB tasks are approved
• Assist with batch and line set up
• Train operators and provide feedback to Supervisor
• Help in the execution of scrap/cost reduction projects
• Perform Packing, MH, Bliss, IPC duties on an as needed basis
• Support EMS implementation which includes maintaining the department in 6S condition and participating in the IDEAS program
• Follow all applicable procedures related to the role, ensure to comply with all GMP, compliance and regulatory requirements
• Learn, understand and apply thorough quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
• Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical or discrepancy issues occur
• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles

• Successful completion of High School diploma or GED required
• Must pass ergonomic assessment to ensure ability to perform bonafide essential job duties
• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience
• Proven capacity to operate autonomously and self-motivated to achieve results with minimal direction
• Organizational and time management skills
• Excellent technical ability with proven problem-solving skills
• Quality focus
• Experience doing repetitive tasks
• Ability to work in noisy and warm, wet conditions
• also heavy lifting involved
• Demonstrated good attendance record in present position
• Demonstrated good performance & good quality in present position
• Demonstrated good attitude utilizing Baxter Shared Commitment’s
• Strong “can do” attitude, presenting a positive and optimistic approach to problem-solving
• Experience in successfully troubleshooting mechanical problems with a keen mechanical insight and creativity
• Experience in working effectively both independently and within a team setting
• Proven ability to be proactive and self-motivated on the job
• Demonstrated ability to document data correctly per CA GPP 80
• Must have the ability to comprehend Baxter Specifications / SOP’s and determine appropriate corrective actions
• Willingness to work flexible hours outside of core shift, overtime
• Ability to enter tanks for inspection and cleaning. (Confined Space entry)
• Capacity to function in noisy, warm, and moist conditions
• includes the necessity of heavy lifting

• Experience within a manufacturing operation
• Strong mechanical aptitude and equipment trouble-shooting ability
• Practical experience using Lean tools (6S, LSW, VM, DA, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping)
• People coaching and team development skills
• Strong communication skills, ability to work with all levels of the organization
• Strong ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast paced, high pressure environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and critical thinking abilities
• Intermediate proficiency in Word, Excel & PowerPoint and Infinity, EBR and AS400\Kronos
• Good working knowledge of SOP’s/specs, blueprints, PCS’s and BOM’s
• Proficiency in trouble shooting automated equipment

Shift premium for all shift premium eligible hours