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Production Associate (6:00am - 6:30pm)

Baxter · Round Lake, IL · Full time

Posted Sep 24, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a job where you had to fill out paperwork accurately every time.

What they are checking: Whether they have the habit of careful, complete documentation that regulated manufacturing requires.

These shifts are 6:00 am to 6:30 pm. How do you stay sharp and careful through a 12-hour day?

What they are checking: Whether they have thought honestly about long shifts and how they keep attention to detail late in the day.

Tell me about a time you followed a procedure even when you thought there was a faster way.

What they are checking: Whether they respect written procedures in a regulated setting rather than taking shortcuts.

How do you work with a team when the line is behind and everyone is under pressure?

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm, cooperative and careful when production pressure is high.

What would you do

You notice a label dispenser is printing labels that look slightly off. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and report problems instead of continuing a run with a possible labeling error.

What would you do if you realized you made a mistake on a batch record?

What they are checking: Whether they will report and correct mistakes the right way instead of hiding or erasing them.

A coworker skips a seal integrity check to keep the line moving. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they will speak up about quality steps that protect patients, even with peers.

About the work

How would you verify components against a Bill of Materials before a production run?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that checking every component exactly prevents wrong materials in a medical product.

Why does it matter that a scale or measuring device has a current calibration before you use it?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that uncalibrated devices can produce bad product that reaches patients.

Have you set up or run equipment like blending, grinding or molding machines?

What they are checking: Whether they have hands-on experience with the equipment the posting says some areas use.

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The full job description

As published by Baxter.

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 position performs downstream activities that are required to successfully complete a production. This involves initiation of paperwork not generated by the documentation center, verification of components per the appropriate Bill of Materials, set-up, challenge & verification of label dispensers, verification of weighing/measuring devices for current calibration status, and set-up and verification of batch board and seal integrity stations. Some areas require assembling equipment including the operation of blending, grinding, and some molding. What you'll be doing: • Monitor product exposure times and document process flow as required • Periodically performs all Operator I/Operator II functions • Pull required processing samples, document, package and distribute • Set-up/Tear down room and keep production area supplies up to date • Perform all line clearances • Replace labels on dispensers, take appropriate samples and verify as well as troubleshoot any label dispenser problems • Collect, document, disposition production scrap • Trouble shoot problems in the finishing area, and decide how to correct or who to contact • Facility cleaning as required • Move production cart into +5 degrees C and freezer areas in the required times required by product specification • Required to maintain attendance in accordance with the RLD Attendance Policy • Mandatory overtime is required based on business needs • Moving of pasteurization carts and operation of pasteurizer What you'll bring • Must not be allergic to Penicillin or Cephalosporin • Must not be colorblind • High School Diploma required, equivalent experience preferred • Must be able to understand, speak, read and write English • Visual acuity 20/20 Near Vision with or without corrective vision required • Ability to work independently • Good interpersonal skills • Digital literacy • Basic math skills required • Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds • Frequent walking and standing • Occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, reaching up and out, wrist turning, pinching and manipulation 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 our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. To that end, this position has a salary pay rate of $21.15 an hour. The pay rate is based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location. 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 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. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal 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. Recruitment Fraud Notice Baxter has discovered incidents of employment scams, where fraudulent parties pose as Baxter employees, recruiters, or other agents, and engage with online job seekers in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice .

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