Job Description

Job Description

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 at Baxter

This is where we make life-saving products!

You have deep knowledge of and experience with manufacturing processes. You understand the importance of building relationships, establishing order, and maintaining clear communication channels. You appreciate the stability of a large multinational company with a long history of growth and success. Your team is an extension of your family, and you know how to support them as individuals while helping them achieve results together!

Your role as a Lead Controls Technician positions you to be directly involved in the physical production that enables Baxter to fulfill our mission to save and sustain lives. You manage the line between meeting production timelines and making quality products. As a manager, you are the trusted critical connection between the business and the workers on the floor.

Your Team

Baxter is passionate about saving & sustaining lives by finding solutions to complex problems. Every single day, the manufacturing team strives to build quality products for our customers—and are sometimes met with unforeseen issues to tackle. The high-caliber talent at Baxter meets these challenges head-on, as a team, to create products with the customer's needs top-of-mind.

As a multidisciplinary environment, we are always learning from others and exchanging ideas. This means we are open to new opinions and encourage Baxter employees always to be their authentic selves and celebrate our various backgrounds.

What You'll Be Doing

Process Development & Optimization:

• Design, implement, and optimize control systems to improve manufacturing processes.

• Develop and refine PLC, HMI, and SCADA programs to improve automation and efficiency.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve process inefficiencies.

Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting:

• Ensure proper operation of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic control systems.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLCs, motor controls, sensors, and other automation components.

• Support predictive and preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime.

Industrial Project Management:

• Lead and support capital projects involving automation, process upgrades, and new equipment installation.

• Work with vendors and contractors to design and implement control solutions.

• Develop project timelines, budgets, and risk assessments to ensure successful execution

• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure all control systems meet OSHA, NFPA, and other industry standards.

• Implement and maintain machine safety systems, including emergency stops and interlocks.

• Conduct risk assessments and participate in safety audits.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation :

• Stay up to date with emerging technologies in industrial automation.

• Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives and drive process automation improvements.

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma, Technical Certificate, or equivalent experience by combination of additional education and work experience in a specific technical discipline. Associates Degree is preferred.

• Experience with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Rockwell, Automation Direct), HMI/SCADA systems, industrial networking.

• Knowledge of Robotics (Yaskawa preferred), motion control, and vision systems is a plus. (Cognex, Keyence)

• Proficiency in PLC programming.

• Familiarity with electrical schematics, control panel design, and industrial communication protocols.

• Experience with AC/DC drives, VFDs, servo systems, and industrial sensors.

• Understanding of PID control loops and process instrumentation.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment.

• May involve working outside normal hours for project deadlines or troubleshooting.

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 $68,000 to $93,500 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. 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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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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Job Tags

Temporary work, For contractors, Work experience placement, Work visa, Flexible hours,

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