Maintenance Mechanic I (2nd Shift)

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. 

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. 

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission. 

Your Role at Baxter

The Maintenance Mechanic I is a position reporting into a specific area of the plant, which contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives. This is where you will be ensuring safe and efficient operations of plant manufacturing equipment through hands on maintenance and maintenance related initiatives.

Your Team

Cleveland’s technology and automation is innovative. It is the U.S. sole source for plastic pour bottles, glass IV, and various reconstitution devices. This facility produces a number of major product lines with a diverse array of automated manufacturing technologies ranging from bottle solution filling, injection molding, tubing extrusion, and device assembly.

Our Cleveland plant has been an integral part of Baxter for over 70 years. The work is challenging and rewarding, as Baxter offers competitive compensation and benefits. Baxter encourages and values every employee and believes that all can make a contribution to advancing healthcare for patients; work to be proud of.

What we offer from Day One

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

What you'll be doing

• Repair roof
• Computer Maintenance System (PM’s)
• Repair walls/ceilings/Door/rollup doors
• Replace ceiling tile and light bulbs
• Install and replace light fixtures (110VAC and 480 VAC)
• Repair emergency light system, emergency door, interlocking doors, etc.
• Rail repair
• Cafeteria Equipment repair
• Fire system repair in maintenance
• Communication and camera system wiring installation and maintenance
• Warehouse fans
• Sanitary/process sewer repairs and maintenance
• Assist in waste water treatment repairs/maintenance : Transfer pumps, Station pumps, Oxidations ditch Rotors, Lagoon, Aerators, Instrumentation
• Assist in pest control system maintenance/repair: light traps, insect-o-cutors, bait box, Air curtains, Interlocking doors
• Utilities Repair: Steam system, Potable water system, Distilled water system.
• Air Compressor Checks
• Electrical system repair/maintenance – wiring breakers/Substations (110VAC and 480VAC)
• Process Air/Plant Air repair/maintenance
• HVAC
• Chilled water piping and pumping repair/maintenance
• Chiller repair/maintenance (30 ton to 1000 ton units)
• Air Handler repair/maintenance
• Refrigerant system repair/maintenance (DX units, Industrial coolers, freezers, incubators, molding chilling units)
• Exhaust systems
• Cooling Towers (200 ton to 2000 ton)
• Instrumentation and controls
• Cooling water piping and pumping repair/maintenance
• Filter Replacement

What you'll bring

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Minimum 3 Years General Maintenance Experience
• Experience in Pipe Fitting and Welding
• Basic Electrical Skills : Use electrical test equipment (Voltmeter ,etc.), Size fuses, circuit breakers, overloads, transformers, Read and Interpret electrical schematics
• Ability to Install and Troubleshoot Motor Control Circuits, Relay Logic, PLC’s
• Ability to Maintain and Troubleshoot Air Conditioning and Heating Systems
• Visual Acuity and Audiometric Testing Required per Baxter Procedure
• Ability to Lift up to 50 LBS., push/pull up to 30 LBS.
• Ability to Bend, Stoop, Climb Ladders and reach Above the Shoulders
• Meet Confined Space Requirements
• Ability to Work in Hot/Cold Temperatures
• Ability to Work at Heights

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 employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $46,400 - $63,800 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than that 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.

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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