Extrusion Operator

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 

This is where my hands make life-sustaining products 

You are driven by the knowledge that the products you help make saves and sustain lives. You can move quickly, address questions, and encourage teammates, all while getting quality products out on time. You are calm, positive, and a key part of a fast-paced environment that emphasizes camaraderie and teamwork. As a Extrusion Operator, you are happiest when you are moving, and we will not disappoint

Baxter is known for its speed and high-quality product. Our manufacturing operations are around-the-clock to meet the needs of our customers. Our high-caliber talent works through the challenges at hand while pushing toward meeting client order needs. We are currently looking for an energetic, hard-working Extrusion Operator to work on our Afternoon shift (Monday to Thursday 16:00 - 02:00) at our Alliston facility. We offer an Employee Stock Purchasing Plan, Defined contribution pension plan and medical/dental benefits on your first day 

Your team

Baxter is focused on saving and sustaining lives by manufacturing high-quality products. We strive to create quality products for our customers each day.

Delivering life-saving products is about getting them right, and attention to detail is how we make sure we meet that challenge. We are a team that supports each other throughout each shift. Working together in a supportive and open culture makes our processes evolve for the better and engages our workforce.

The following are dress/gowning requirements: safety glasses, safety shoes, ear plugs, jumpsuit, hood, hairnet, beard cover, gloves, isolation mask and boots (additional PPE required when cleaning) 

Constant or intermittent exposure to elevated levels of noise  Involves working around equipment, machinery, and belts 

What You'll Be Doing 

In this role, you will play a critical role by running the Extrusion line, ensure proper materials are used, make adjustments as necessary to produce a quality product.Perform all necessary Q.A. and documentation for Extrusion dept. and release of product.

Duties performed on a rotational basis 

Perform line clearance as needed and perform die changes.

Perform quality checks and documentation for Extrusion department and release of product.

Make up boxes with liners, pack tubing in boxes, put fill boxes on skids, identify & strap skids.

Use of GME to enter shop floor & order raw materials, as necessary.

Set-up and make adjustments on machine as necessary to produce a quality product.

Support the facility LEAN enterprise journey through the use of tools including but not limited to 6S.

Duties performed on a continual or intermittent basis

Learn, understand and apply thorough quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)  Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical or discrepancy issues occur  Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles

What You'll Bring 

Successful completion of High School diploma or GED required (Proof will be requested)

Fast-paced environment, high pressure

Experience doing repetitive tasks

Manufacturing/Quality experience in a GMP environment

Experience in food or manufacturing industry

Demonstrated good attendance in present position.

Demonstrated good performance & good quality in present position.

Demonstrated good attitude utilizing Baxter's Shared Commitments

Flexibility to work overtime as required.

Experience in Trouble shooting mechanical problems.

Demonstrated problem solving skills.

Experience in working effectively both independently, and as part of a team.

Demonstrated support & participation in the 6S initiative.

Proven ability to be proactive and self-motivated on the job.

Demonstrated ability to document data correctly per CA GPP 80.

Must have the ability to comprehend Baxter Specifications / SOP’s and determine appropriate corrective actions.

Equipment used: Extruder, 4 trolleys, walkie & manual jacks, Q.A. tools and gauges, cutter, coiler, and computer

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