Aibonito, Puerto Rico
8 hours ago
Quality Associate I

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

 

Incumbent will be responsible for insuring compliance with the Quality System Regulation regarding Quality and Manufacturing Processes and methods.   In order to perform effectively the incumbent must be knowledgeable of all processes, product specifications and quality functions.  Provide support and service to their respective areas.  Responsible to ensure their responsibility areas are in compliance with internal and external regulations.  Capable of or following instructions effectively and in timely manner. Participate in protocols, first of codes, Non-compliances and exceptions evaluation, changes of specs. SOP’s, special tests and /or projects.

 

 

Your Team

The mission of Baxter is to save and sustain lives. This mission is embedded into everything we do. This means if there is a decision to be made where quantity and quality are at odds, we will always choose quality. Our patients come first, always.

Our company values both working together as a team and independently. We draw energy from working in a plant or an office where there are opportunities to collaborate. As the company evolves, so does the way our team approaches work as it strives to create top-of-the-line products.

We build relationships with each other to get work done. Building these relationships is easy because we all share common traits of being reliable, ethical, and caring. We lean on our colleagues for their expertise and hold each other accountable. We feel empowered to speak up when there's a new insight or opportunity to improve something. This open dialog builds trust within the team and helps create a better product for our customers.

What we offer from day 1:

Vacation and Paid HolidaysMedical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance coverageVision and Voluntary BenefitsPaid Parental LeaveRetirement Savings Plan – 165EEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramEducational Assistance Plan

What you'll be doing:

 

Participates in the revision of Process and Software Validations protocols of equipment, new product and / or database applications.

 

Participate and maintain full knowledge of the operations

 

Prepare on a Monthly basis the Quality Data Review and Management review presentations of the Operations area.

 

Responsible of the Day to Day Quality Operations activities of the operations area

 

Product Retention Records approval and closing

 

Create and modify procedures as needed.

 

Attend meetings where day to day activities are discussed such as Tier.

 

Support POMS System.  Approval of exceptions and comments as Quality Representative

 

Take decision, problem solving, time management, negotiations, personnel interview, feedback and recognition.

 

Support in the implementation of Corrective and Preventive Actions.

 

Evaluation and approval Non-Conformance Records and Corrective and Preventive Actions

 

Evaluation and Approval of Change Control records

 

Be facilitator of long term Quality Improvement Programs.

 

Keep in compliance with GMP, FDA, ISO requirements, and other Regulatory Agencies.

 

Support the design, development, enhancement of new product, processes and technologies.

 

Active Participation in the Non Conformances investigation process.

 

Any special project as assigned.

Promote a zero-harm work place and assure that required EHS resources are available and that all applicable EHS practices and rules are being followed by supervised employees.

 

What you'll bring

Bachelors Degree in Science. Zero to One-year experience.  

Fully bilingual (English & Spanish).

Uses management practices/knowledge, statistical methods, computer systems and technical reporting. 

A self-starter capable of maintaining full understanding and up to the moment information of the Quality day-to-day activities.  A candidate who excels in communication with individuals at all levels, skilled at supervising tasks efficiently and on time.  Must be willing to travel occasionally. 

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an extensive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

 Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work.   Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible.

Join our dedicated team at Baxter Healthcare Corporation and be part of our mission to improve healthcare outcomes for patients worldwide. Apply today and take the next step in your career!

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

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