Sr Engineer, Quality

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

The Senior Quality Engineer provides engineering support to the plant through process optimization, risk management, validation, defect prevention, project management, and technical evaluations. This role ensures compliance with GMP/QSRs and all applicable standards related to product/process validation. This role may lead project-based individual contributors / contractors or mentor newer Quality Engineers as needed.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leads or assists in developing and implementing new machines/processes/computer systems and in improvements to existing methods. Requirements for new/improved machines/processes/computer systems, including system requirements/ design specification, risk analysis; installation qualification, operational qualifications, and performance qualification are all in the scope of the Quality Engineer. This requires interfacing with local Quality, Production, and Engineering as well as Corporate Engineering, Quality, and Regulatory functions.

• Supports the manufacturing plant through implementation of process improvements.

• Conducts process/financial analysis through conventional methods of ROI, quality trending/tools, MIP measurements and implements/drives improvements. 

• Manage small projects (both new and improvement) to include cost, change management, implementation, and validation. Leads cross-functional teams.

• Leads ongoing validation and verification programs such as Continuous Process Verification (CPV), Validation Master Plans, Periodic Reviews, Computer Systems Validation, Stability program and Calibration.

• Perform statistical analysis to support Quality and Production.

• Evaluates sampling/ testing/ qualification plans with respect to current quality levels and test methods.

• Accountable for the testing required in conjunction with protocols, in-process risk assessment, and situation appraisal.

• Composes protocols, final reports, studies, experiments and general information reports for use by management.  Routes documents in the Document Management System.

• Leads/coordinates validation efforts of new equipment and changes to existing equipment.

• Assist in evaluation of customer complaints, risk management and technical summaries.

• Assist in evaluation of supplier product/process changes.

• Assure compliance of manufacturing and quality control operations with respect to corporate specifications, SOP’s, Good Manufacturing Practices/Quality System Regulations (FDA 21CFR 210-211,820), Corporate Quality Manual (CQM), ISO 13485-2003, and other applicable standards and regulations.

• Implements a basic knowledge of engineering, statistical/six sigma tools and associated methods into the analysis of processes for identification of potential opportunities of improvement.

• Supports, review and approve, and may own execution of CAPA investigation with use of DMAIC process and technical writing skills.

• Excellent Technical writing skills, especially as it relates to the CAPA/Complaint process and the actions associated with those activities.

• Understanding and knowledge of various international standards relating to a variety of topics, as needed (i.e. ASTM, ASRAE, ANSI, AAMI, ISO standards applicable to scope of work) 

• Responsible for:

  • Initiating action to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformities relating to product, process, and quality system.

  • Identifying problems relating to the product, process and quality system.

  • Initiating and implementing solutions through designated channels.

  • Establishing controls on a process and establishment of the verification/monitoring of such.

  • Driving improvements into the production process, from conception to sustainable production methods.

  • Maintaining a safe work environment for self and others at all times.

What You'll Bring

• Strong technical writing, investigation and communication skills required.

• Experience leading cross-functional teams preferred

• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and the ability to use enterprise software (examples include:  JDE, BPLM, POMs, Maximo etc.) Familiarity with MINITAB preferred

• Minimum 3 years of experience in regulated manufacturing environment

• BS degree required, preferably in Engineering, Engineering Technology/ Microbiology/Chemistry degree may be acceptable depending on 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 $96,000 - $132,000 annually. The estimated salary is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on 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.

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

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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