Reconditioning Specialist (1st Shift)

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 my hands make life-sustaining products

Perform a wide range of disassembly, reassembly, paint and packing operations required to recondition beds and various other products and components. Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems and repair as required. Install a wide range of field upgrade kits and perform retrofit duties and functions as required by the business. Load / unload trucks and maintain inventory records of beds and components. Perform various technician duties in support of the department supervisor / engineer. Perform various duties required to support areas outside of the Reconditioning department as assigned and as needs arise including (but not limited to) material handling and inventory control, new product assembly and final inspection of new products.

Your Team

You’ll join a hands-on, highly collaborative team of technicians and engineers dedicated to restoring, upgrading, and supporting a wide range of products and manufacturing equipment. This team plays a critical role in ensuring product quality, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction by reconditioning equipment, performing repairs, and supporting production needs across the business.

What we offer from Day One

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays (Part-Time will be prorated based on the hours you work)
• 401K match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

What You'll Be Doing

• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting and repair.
• Installation of upgrade kits and product modifications.
• Perform cosmetic repairs (ie: sanding / painting).
• Cleaning and disinfecting of used beds and components.
• Disassembly and reassembly of beds and components.
• Packing of various finished products.
• Perform material handling duties including loading/unloading of trucks.
• Computerized labor reporting & inventory control transactions.
• Troubleshoot and repair manufacturing equipment, tools, and fixtures.
• Retrofit and rework of various new products and components.
• Perform various visual and mechanical inspections of products and components.
• Record keeping and maintenance of various production reports.
• Adhere to all safety and environmental policies, and procedures.
• Adhere to all regulatory compliance policies and procedures.

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or (GED) General Education Degree.
• Required to acquire and hold a valid CDL license and have the ability to move trucks and trailers safely and efficiently from one location to another.
• May be required to acquire a powered industrial vehicle (PIV) certification and operate forklifts and/or other industrial vehicles.
• May be required to acquire a weld certification through internal company weld school and perform occasional weld repairs on damaged products.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong mechanical skill and dexterity
• Ability to learn and perform a wide range of activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Ability to make thoughtful decisions and draw accurate conclusions based on available information.
• Occasional bending, crouching, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and grasping.
• Ability to physically move bed frames.
• Ability to enter and exit high profile vehicles.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in extreme cold and/or extreme heat.

Applicants must be authorized to work for an 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 $43,200 - $54,000 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. 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.

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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