Lead Hand, Packing

• Coordinate the operation of the Viaflex Packing department. This includes creating the rotation schedule, communicating with Supervisors, filling and team members on possible delays, and communicating with Quality Ops with any quality related issues
• Monitor equipment performance and make adjustments and repairs as required. Initiate any Maximo work orders required. Escalate any equipment DT to appropriate departments, Supervisor and Manager. Complete EOD shift report
• Work closely with Project Engineer with any Packing Improvement Processes, this may require extra work hours over the holidays to complete projects
• Responsible for escalating safety, quality, and production issues as appropriate. This includes executing initial quality investigations (data gathering) and safety incident reports
• 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