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 a hands-on role where your work directly supports Baxter's mission of saving and sustaining lives by ensuring manufacturing equipment runs safely, efficiently, and reliably. You will be a key technical resource on the plant floor, part of a collaborative manufacturing team focused on problem-solving and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

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
Resolving issues related to equipment, process, compliance
performing unscheduled maintenance and responding to trouble calls in a timely manner
Supporting equipment reliability through daily preventive maintenance
Maintaining and improving equipment using root cause analysis
Ensuring 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 be able to work in Class I, Class II, Class III or Class IV Controlled Environment with specific dress/gowning requirements
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.

Nice to have:

SCADA/EMS/BMS experience
Maximo experience
Experience with vision systems (Cognex, Keyence preferred)

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
Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational assistance programs
Time-off benefits
Commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Childcare benefits

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 22, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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