Maintenance Specialist

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

This is where my hands make life-sustaining products

As a Maintenance Specialist, you will maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install a variety of electrical and mechanical equipment throughout the facility. Work on production machines, motors, conveyors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, boilers, ovens, electrical controls, and power distribution equipment to help keep operations running safely and efficiently.

Your Team

You will be part of the Maintenance team and work closely with Production Operators, Engineers, Supervisors, and outside service providers. The team works together to solve equipment issues, improve reliability, and support a safe and productive work environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Fix, maintain, and install equipment across the facility to keep operations running smoothly.
• Use wiring diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and other instructions to identify and solve equipment problems.
• Complete routine preventive maintenance to help prevent breakdowns and extend equipment life.
• Find and repair electrical problems, including replacing faulty parts when needed.
• Repair and maintain mechanical equipment, including motors, pumps, conveyors, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems.
• Create or update wiring diagrams and maintenance records to support future repairs.
• Order and track parts and supplies needed for maintenance work and recommend important spare parts to keep on hand.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and help minimize production downtime.
• Work with equipment manufacturers, vendors, and service technicians to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Support the installation of new equipment and help improve existing equipment.
• Participate in team meetings and help solve equipment and production issues.
• Communicate equipment concerns, repair updates, and improvement ideas with supervisors and team members.
• Record maintenance activities and equipment information accurately.
• Help train and support operators and team members when needed.
• Identify potential equipment problems, safety concerns, or production interruptions and recommend solutions.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow all company safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two-year technical college education or equivalent experience.
• Experience working with: Motors, conveyors, and pumps, Hydraulics and pneumatics, Electrical systems and controls, Basic PLC troubleshooting and fault finding, Preventive maintenance programs, CMMS systems such as Maximo
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to pass the Grade 4 Maintenance Test.

Physical Requirements

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to:

• Stand and walk for most of your shift.
• Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach while working on equipment.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly. Heavier items may require assistance or lifting equipment.
• Climb ladders, stairs, and platforms as needed.
• Work in tight or confined spaces when performing maintenance tasks.
• Read blueprints, schematics, gauges, and computer screens.
• Distinguish colors for electrical wiring and components.
• Work around moving machinery, electrical equipment, and manufacturing processes while following all safety requirements.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, dust, oils, and other industrial conditions.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing and production environment.
• May require overtime, weekend work, or call-ins to support equipment repairs and production needs.
• Regular exposure to machinery, electrical systems, and industrial equipment while following established safety procedures.

Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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 our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. To that end, this position has a salary pay rate of $30.08, plus shift differential for off shifts. The pay rate is based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

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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