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:

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. Your role at Baxter: The Maintenance Technician I is a Salaried Non-Exempt position which ensures safe and efficient operation of plant manufacturing equipment through hands on maintenance and maintenance related initiatives. Support plant production through troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs of manufacturing equipment, fixtures, and systems through preventative maintenance procedures and root cause analysis.

Job Responsibility:

Troubleshoots, repairs, and performs preventative maintenance on medical IV solution, filling and packaging manufacturing equipment, hydraulics, pneumatic systems, motor and machine controls, electrical systems, Robotics and electronics
Use a drawing package, multi-meter and other diagnostic equipment to resolve electrical issues
Resolves issues related to equipment, process, compliance
performs unscheduled maintenance and responds to trouble calls in a timely manner
Performs daily preventative maintenance tasks to ensure equipment is operational
Works in a safe manner always, and is trained in Arc Flash, Lock Out Tag Out, Basic Electrical Safety, Ladder Safety, and other plant programs
Ensure work order system, maintenance, and facility procedures are followed and completed properly, including pre-approvals and signoffs
Follows Good Documentation Practices (GDP) as always outlined by Baxter policies and procedures
Document all work in CMMS as required
Strict adherence to environmental health and safety (EHS) and manufacturing SOP, policies, and procedures to ensure safe and quality products are always produced
Works with EHS to ensure compliance with global requirements
Performs modification, upgrades, and new installation of equipment and machinery
Participates in department and site continuous improvement projects
All other tasks assigned as required to support plant production

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
Candidate must be 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
Incumbent must work in a clean room environment, wearing special garments
Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn due to safety requirements
Ability 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 is necessary including the ability to distinguish colors
Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S.

What we offer:

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
Shift flexibility to trade shifts and leverage overtime opportunities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 14, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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