What are the responsibilities and job description for the Team Assembler (Temp to Hire) (1st Shift) position at Baxter?
Req # JR - 197770
Location Batesville, Indiana, United States
Job Category Union
Date posted 04/17/2026
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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
In this role, you will work on the assembly line as part of a collaborative team, contributing to the efficient and accurate production of hospital beds and stretchers. You will be responsible for following all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure each product is assembled correctly, safely, and to quality standards. By maintaining attention to detail and working closely with your team, to help support smooth operations and high‑quality output.
Your Team
Nestled in the scenic hills of Southeastern Indiana, Batesville is more than a great place to live—it’s home to Baxter’s thriving facility, where purposeful work meets a supportive community. Since 1956, our 765,000 sq. ft. site has grown to over 700 employees united by a mission: to save and sustain lives. Here, you’ll find a culture built on ethics, care, and collaboration, where diversity of thought and professional growth are valued. From hospital beds and mattresses to vital sign monitoring solutions, our products reach patients worldwide, contributing to a Value of Production of $262.9M. At Baxter, your time and talent matter—because every role helps deliver life-saving innovations to those who need them most.
What You'll Be Doing
- Assemble various parts and components in prescribed sequence and location.
- Visually check and inspect work to ensure proper quality.
- Perform all adjustments, rework and repairs as necessary.
- Test for quality as required
- Responsible for both quality and quantity of work: Participate in team activities and problem solving sessions as required.
- Communicate problems and/or solutions to appropriate team member. Must follow processes and procedures as written.
- As needed, document and/or chart production data to aid in problem identification, quality feedback and production scheduling.
- Assist other team members duties to ensure quality product and smooth flow.
- Troubleshoot problems when necessary.
- Train, instruct and assist other operators in their duties as required.
- Evaluate defective material and tooling, faulty operations, questionable conditions and potential work stoppages.
- Ensure that work area and equipment are maintained in a clean, orderly and safe condition. Follow prescribed safety regulations.
What You'll Bring
- High School Diploma or (GED) General Education Degree (applies to anyone hired after 1997).
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 $21.58, plus shift differential for off shifts. 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.
US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)
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