Director of Manufacturing at Baxter International

Round Lake, Illinois, United States

Baxter International Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Pharmaceuticals, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required, MBA preferred
  • 10+ years manufacturing/operations experience, including 3+ years of leading leaders
  • In-depth process knowledge of related manufacturing equipment and processes, preferably in the Pharmaceutical industry
  • Ability to understand GMPs and other applicable regulatory guidelines and ability to handle audit-related activities
  • Proven track record of meeting budgets, schedules and performance requirements and holding others accountable to the same
  • Must not be allergic to Penicillin or Cephalosporin Drugs

Responsibilities

  • Develops and proposes plant strategies and activities to support the manufacturing operating system
  • Represent Manufacturing in new product designs to assure design for manufacturing, testability and reparability
  • Ensures budgets, schedules, and performance requirements are met
  • Accountable for resolving complex problems and using good judgment where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of multiple factors
  • Regularly interact with senior leaders on matters concerning functional areas or customers
  • Identifies, initiates and facilitates continuous improvements, lean manufacturing activities and initiatives, such as 6S, visual management, kaizen
  • Participates as subject matter expert in audits (ex: FDA)
  • Lead a manufacturing team of five direct reports (Senior Manufacturing Managers and Project Managers), and 380 indirect reports (Supervisors, Team Leads, Operators, etc.)
  • Serve as a critical member of the Round Lake Drug Delivery Senior Leadership Team (SLT)
  • Collaborate closely with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Quality, Finance, etc. to ensure patients receive the products they need

Skills

Manufacturing Leadership
Operational Excellence
Quality Assurance
Safety Management
Pharmaceutical Production
Strategic Planning
Team Management
EHS Compliance

Baxter International

Provides essential medical products and services

About Baxter International

Baxter International provides a wide range of medical products and services essential for healthcare. The company operates in several areas, including critical care, hospital care, nutritional care, renal care, and surgical care. Its products are used in various settings, from emergency rooms to home healthcare, helping to meet the needs of patients and healthcare professionals. Baxter develops, manufactures, and distributes medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology products, generating revenue through sales to healthcare providers and institutions. A key aspect that sets Baxter apart from competitors is its recent acquisition of Hillrom, which enhances its ability to offer comprehensive healthcare solutions. The company's goal is to improve care outcomes and increase access to healthcare through continuous innovation and a focus on patient needs.

Deerfield, IllinoisHeadquarters
1931Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Commuter Benefits
Mental Health Support

Risks

Needle-free injection technology could disrupt Baxter's traditional injection-based therapies.
Shift to home healthcare may require Baxter to adapt its product offerings.
Growing digital health importance necessitates further investment from Baxter to stay competitive.

Differentiation

Baxter's acquisition of Hillrom enhances its comprehensive healthcare solutions portfolio.
Strong focus on patient-centric innovation sets Baxter apart in the healthcare industry.
Baxter's partnerships, like with Ayogo, leverage digital health for improved patient outcomes.

Upsides

Baxter's investment in Medically Home aligns with the growing home healthcare market.
Rising demand for personalized medicine offers Baxter opportunities for targeted therapies.
Expansion in telehealth supports Baxter's integrated healthcare solutions strategy.

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