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. 

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 Kiefel & Regrind 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 upbeat, hard-working Kiefel & Regrind Operator to work full-time permanent on our Afternoon shift (Monday to Friday 15:00-23:00) 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 every single 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 

The Kiefel & Regrind Operator operates the Weigh Blender and PVC Grinder.  Perform all necessary Q.A. checks and documentation for the Weigh Blender and PVC Grinder as required. Assist Kiefel department with regrind activities as necessary. Backup Kiefel & Sub-assembly

Duties performed on a rotational basis:

Operate the Weigh Blender and PVC grinder in a safe manner.

Perform QA inspections and complete documentation following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) to support release of product.

Troubleshoot and make minor equipment adjustments to produce a quality product in an efficient manner.

Use of computer to enter shop floor data & order raw materials necessary.

Maintain all necessary production paperwork ensuring materials used correspond with B.O.M.

Transport raw materials and finished products following safe lifting guidelines and utilize lift devices and material handling equipment.

Additional Responsibilities in one or more of the following positions:

Extrusion Operator:

Set-up and adjust extrusion lines and coiling machines (Vulcan and manual) as necessary to produce a quality product

Set-up cutter and make adjustment as necessary to ensure product is made as per applicable procedures

Maintain all necessary production paperwork ensuring materials used correspond with B.O.M.

Perform line clearance as needed and pin, die, screen, sizer & wall diameter changes

Perform quality checks (LaserMike, Red Ink, Visual inspection, etc.), prepare documents and release product as per applicable procedures

Pack tubing in gaylords/racking & identify skids/racks.

Stage raw materials including resin from warehouse when necessary

Use of computer to enter shop floor data (GME, Infinity) & order raw materials necessary.

Perform cleaning activities (daily, weekly, monthly)

Create work orders in GME and print tickets with correct quantity

Report scrap made into GME with appropriate reason code

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 Baxters Shared Committments

Flexibility to work overtime as required.

Experience in Trouble shooting mechanical problems.

Demonstrated problem solving skills.

Experience in working optimally 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 accurately per CA GPP 80.

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

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

We understand that 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 pay rate of $26.00 an hour. You may also be entitled to a shift premium for all shift premium eligible hours which will be included in your bi-weekly pay. Shift premium pay is subject to change and is at the sole discretion of the Company. 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.

This posting is for a current existing vacancy within our organization. We are actively seeking qualified candidates to fill this open position. 

As part of our recruitment process, Baxter Corporation may use AI tools to assist screening candidates and assist in evaluating candidate qualifications. All final hiring decisions are made by the hiring manager and recruitment team.

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.

Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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