Maintenance Mechanic 1

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. 

As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of manufacturing and facility equipment. You will support production operations by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, executing repairs, and assisting with equipment installations and upgrades. This position requires a strong commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Be Doing

• Read, interpret, and utilize electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Perform electrical repairs and preventive maintenance on manufacturing and facility equipment, including electrical switchgear and motor control centers.
• Build, install, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical and control circuits.
• Install electrical infrastructure and support new equipment installations, modifications, and relocations.
• Diagnose and repair pneumatic systems and associated controls.
• Troubleshoot and maintain inkjet printers and solution operations equipment.
• Perform welding, pipefitting, and fabrication tasks as needed.
• Troubleshoot and repair microprocessor-controlled equipment, HVAC systems, and industrial maintenance systems.
• Cross-train and support maintenance activities across South Side operations, including Filling, Packing, Vials, Prep Room, and Sterilization areas.
• Complete maintenance documentation, work orders, and records accurately and in compliance with site procedures.
• Support equipment overhauls, capital projects, and maintenance shutdown activities, including occasional holiday and off-shift work.
• Follow all site Environmental, Health, Safety (EHS), and Quality requirements while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations and procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with operations, engineering, and quality teams to support production goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical degree, apprenticeship, or maintenance certification preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or regulated environment required.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley (AB) troubleshooting preferred.
• Experience performing industrial equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs preferred.

• Ability to safely use electrical testing equipment, including volt-ohm meters, ammeters, megohmmeters, and related diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge of DC electrical systems, controllers, generators, solenoids, relays, motors, power supplies, and associated equipment.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, controls, and automation.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Welding and pipefitting experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, electrical schematics, and mechanical drawings.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds above shoulder level and up to 75 pounds when pushing, pulling, or lifting.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach overhead, and maneuver in confined or restricted spaces.
• Ability to meet confined space entry requirements.
• Ability to climb ladders, catwalks, and elevated work platforms.
• Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including hot and cold temperatures.
• Must meet Baxter Cleveland visual acuity requirements as defined by site procedures.
• Audiometric testing and hearing protection compliance required.

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 salary range for this position is $46,400.00 - $58,000.00. 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. 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.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We cannot sponsor or transfer employment visas.

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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