Sr Continuous Improvement Specialist

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 Senior CI Specialist is responsible for leading and executing Continuous Improvement initiatives in alignment with the site strategic plan. The Continuous Improvement Specialist supports the deployment of lean transformation principles by planning, organizing, directing, leading, coaching, and training others in continuous improvement methodology. The role will directly support the implementation, execution, and sustainment of the Baxter Operating System (BOS).

Your Team

We are a team of inquisitive individuals who embrace a collaborative environment to tackle sophisticated challenges that meet the needs of our patients. We often need to change directions and respond to issues to avoid disruptions in our fast-paced manufacturing environment. Together, we build and maintain a positive work environment!

When you join us, you will work with committed individuals who trust each other to deliver on the tasks at hand. We support innovation and out-of-the-box thinking balanced with collaboration across functions and other teams. Our leadership understands the need for continuous education and provides opportunities for further development.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support and execution of the overall Site Strategic Improvement Plan (SSIP)

• Collaborate with Baxter Continuous Improvement organization to develop strategic site CI initiatives related to the Baxter Operating System.

• Focus on business performance that constantly strive to eliminate waste, improve customer satisfaction, and increase market share via the use of Lean tools and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Facilitate, drive change in a fast paced and constantly evolving environment leveraging their strong interpersonal skills.

• Act as a key driver of change within the business, supporting management/cross functional decisions by communicating the enterprise-wide changes to employees and helping them to learn, understand, adjust, and grow with the business’s Lean transformation.

• Execute and support conversion & overhead Value Improvement Projects (VIP)

• Active member of various CI committees in support of CI transition and culture.

• Responsible for Visual Management implementation and sustainment within the site

• Provide Lean Tools training to all levels at the site

• Lead and facilitate Kaizen and Value Stream Events as well as coordinate the execution of action plans and kaizen newspaper action items

• Continuous identification of ideas for waste elimination in the organization

• Facilitate problem solving and be a coach to team members on problem solving methodology

• Promote core Baxter behaviors and values

• Organize, lead, and participate in continuous improvement activities to meet set targets

• Create project plans and drive projects for continuous improvement

• Support managers and integrate change within a team environment

• Coordinate tasks with internal and/or external service providers

• Coordinate training as needed to support integration of lean methods

• Lead, develop and standardize analyses regarding KPIs and projects for the site

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field.

• 3 years of manufacturing operations experience, preferably in Pharmaceuticals or related field required. 3 years of knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen principles

• Six Sigma/Lean tools, Excel, Word, PowerPoint

• Has a high proficiency in manufacturing systems and understands the mechanics of data workflows

• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, changing environment

• Self-driven initiator with an analytical mindset

• Action oriented/drive for results & ability to drive continuous improvement

• Team orientation/strong team player

• Detailed-oriented with the ability to work under tight deadlines

• Effective time management, problem solving & decision-making skills

• Proven cross-functional team leader/member

• Ability to see the whole process in improvements

• Must perceive change as an opportunity

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.

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 $76,000 - $104,500 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, commission, and/or long-term incentive. 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.

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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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