Maintenance Technician I Job at Baxter (Marion)

Maintenance Technician I

Baxter

Location:
United States , Marion

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

46400.00 - 63800.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

At Baxter, our mission is simple and powerful: saving and sustaining lives. As a Maintenance Technician I, your work directly supports that mission by ensuring our manufacturing equipment runs safely, efficiently, and reliably—so patients receive the high‑quality products they depend on. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys troubleshooting, learning new technologies, and contributing to a fast-paced manufacturing environment where no two days are the same.

Job Responsibility:

Troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on medical IV solution filling and packaging equipment
Working with automated systems, robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and motor controls
Diagnosing electrical problems using schematics, drawings, multi-meters, and diagnostic tools
Resolves issues related to equipment, process, compliance
performs unscheduled maintenance and responds to trouble calls in a timely manner
Supporting equipment reliability through daily preventive maintenance
Maintaining and improving equipment using root cause analysis
Ensure work order system, maintenance, and facility procedures are followed and completed properly, including pre-approvals and signoffs
Documenting work accurately in the CMMS (Maximo preferred) and following Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Performing equipment modifications, upgrades, and new installations
Partnering with EHS and Quality teams to ensure full compliance with safety and regulatory standards
Participating in continuous improvement projects to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime
Working safely at all times while following Arc Flash, Lockout/Tagout, and other safety programs.

Requirements:

High school diploma or GED required
Preferred Technical school training
1-2 years of prior maintenance experience on automated manufacturing machines/equipment
Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Maximo preferred
Familiar with programmable logic controllers (PLC) systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Omron)
SCADA/EMS/BMS experience preferred
Experience with motor controls, variable speed/variable frequency drives, servos, stepper motors, high speed packaging equipment, pneumatic systems
Capable of reading and working with electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, building drawings, and part diagrams
Working knowledge of photo eyes/sensors, limit switches, proximity sensors, temperature controllers, inkjet printers, and vision systems (Cognex, Keyence preferred)
Experience performing maintenance and troubleshooting of high-speed manufacturing/filling and packaging equipment, including pick-and-place systems, conveyors, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, continuous inkjet printing systems
Good written and verbal communication skills (ability to read, write and speak fluent English) and understanding of cGMP regulations
Good procedural writing skills
Good computer skills (Microsoft Windows based software, email, Microsoft Office Suite, internet sites, and PDFs)
Electrical knowledge and experience with AC/DC motors and drives, electrical systems up to 480V 3-Phase, relays, switches, sensors, solenoids, servo motors, low voltage systems
Must work in a clean room environment, wearing special garments
Must wear Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Must be able to work in Class I, Class II, Class III or Class IV Controlled Environment
Must be able to individually lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Must be able to bend/stoop, squat, climb, reach above shoulder level, reach at or below shoulder level, twist and bend at the neck, twist and bend at the waist and balance
Normal visual acuity including the ability to distinguish colors
Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S.

What we offer:

Shift flexibility to trade shifts and leverage overtime opportunities
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
401K match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 22, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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