Quality Associate III

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 your creativity addresses challenges.

The Quality Associate III will manage the coordination of activities to provide support for biological, chemical, and physical analyses of pharmaceutical products (biologics and drugs) through all stages of the manufacturing process, from incoming raw materials to finished goods and environmental monitoring programs. This role is responsible for results in terms of product quality and conformance to regulations and Baxter quality policies.

The candidate must not be allergic to Penicillin, Cephalosporins, or their related products and/or materials.

What you'll be doing

• Implements Quality Systems procedures in the department and manages compliance.
• Manages qualification/validation activities for laboratory equipment and computer systems.
• May participate in or handle quality assessments of internal operations and suppliers to analyze compliance and assess risk.
• Identifies and runsmanages continuous improvement projects with the objective of achieving quality, reliability and cost improvements.
• Participates in the coaching, training and development of department staff.
• Devises new approaches to complex problems through adaptations and modifications of standard technical principles.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable procedures, specifications, regulations and standards, as well as a solid understanding of theories/practices utilized by other disciplines outside primary area of expertise.
• In depth knowledge of the regulatory environment for the manufacture and development of medical products.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's in Science or engineering
• 5 years in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering or related field.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage/supervise work teams.
• Ability to engage management and other functions to influence decisions on courses of action.
• Must be able to provide solutions that reflect understanding business objectives, cost implications, and engineering challenges.
• Must have excellent project management skills and the ability to influence others.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

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 $88,000 - $121,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. 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. 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 assi