Sr Supv, Manufacturing

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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.

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Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. 

Your Role

The Sr Supervisor Manufacturing position is responsible for implementing and supervising all activities in the production area to ensure manufacturing goals and project deadlines are met while maintaining compliance with current good manufacturing practices (cGMPs), environmental health and safety (EHS) guidelines and any other regulations that could apply. Focus is on optimization for the use of raw materials, equipment and personnel in producing quality products. Monitor and ensure efficiency and effectiveness in various areas. May include managing capital expenditure and developing budgets. Recommends manufacturing policies, procedures and programs. May supervise more than one area

What You'll Be Doing

• Supervisor is expected to provide guidance, support, direction and leadership through positive interactions with all personnel during daily operations.
• Responsible for supervising the day-to-day production, scheduling, staffing, material management, compliance, training and auditing activities – to meet customer requirements including deadlines and quality standards.
• Interview, hire, coach, motivate, develop and discipline staff. Conduct annual performance reviews for all direct reports. Assist in setting performance objectives and development plans. Monitor progress.
• Review, approve, and manage documentation for batch and system records. Assist in release of product for distribution. Assist in meeting product release time goals.
• Emphasize training programs designed to enable staff to consistently execute all manufacturing processes with strict compliance to cGMPs and EHS regulations.
• Develop and implement performance measurement and internal auditing programs in order to routinely evaluate operation efficiency and quality. Implement changes as needed based on assessments.
• Perform/lead technical reviews, investigations and process improvement projects.
• Provide manufacturing input into integration and validation of new equipment and processes.
• Resolves technical, material and cGMP problems that may impact project deadlines. Provide guidance and troubleshooting assistance as needed during a deviation in the process.
• Represent the company during FDA inspections. Provide information as necessary to FDA that establishes credibility and demonstrates compliance with cGMPs.
• Provide a positive and equitable working environment emphasizing the Baxter Shared Values: Respect /Responsiveness / Results.
• Identifies, initiates and facilitates continuous improvements, lean manufacturing activities and initiatives, such as 5S, visual management, kaizens. 
• This role is also be responsible for identifying and implementing Manufacturing savings projects.
• Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
• Submits and/or maintains and distributes reports related to attendance, labor, efficiency, safety, scrap and others as needed.
• Work weekends and daily overtime and work inside cleanroom to monitor, coach, and lead team.   

What You'll Bring

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. List knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Proven track record of interpersonal and leadership skills with ability to interface well with other departments, and lead effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
• In-depth process knowledge of related manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing plant setting.
• Ability to analyze and interpret scientific and statistical data.
• Strong professional writing skills and ability to prepare technical reports.  Ability to clearly articulate information during regulatory/client inspections.
• Ability to understand GMPs and other applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Strong assessment and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to respond to detailed inquiries and present information to groups and senior leaders.
• Ability to supervise multiple groups/shifts, if applicable.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to use enterprise software.
• Ability to collect and analyze data and information to determine paths for process improvement and potential root cause
• Ability to respond to detailed inquiries and present information to groups and senior leaders.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing business acumen.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3-5 years manufacturing experience
• 2+ years of supervisory experience

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $80,000 - $110,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Reasonable Accommodations
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