Senior Supervisor, Utilities

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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 your expertise helps people You are a problem solver. Complex systems and operational challenges are opportunities for you to apply your leadership and technical expertise. Whether responding to critical utilities issues or improving reliability strategies, you bring a proactive and solution-oriented mindset. As a Sr. Supervisor, Utilities , your role is essential to ensuring uninterrupted manufacturing operations. You are motivated by working in an environment that values safety, reliability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence—supporting a mission that ultimately impacts patients’ lives. Your team You will lead a team of skilled utilities professionals responsible for maintaining the critical systems that power our manufacturing operations. This includes steam, electrical systems, HVAC, compressed air, chilled water, and more. Our team thrives in a fast-paced and highly regulated environment where adaptability and collaboration are key. Together, we ensure systems run efficiently, respond quickly to operational demands, and continuously improve reliability and performance. Our Engineering and Operations teams are committed to quality and compliance. By maintaining critical utilities, we directly support the manufacturing of life-saving products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to sustain and improve operational excellence. As a leader, you will mentor your team, foster engagement, and promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous development. What we offer from day 1 Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance coverage Vision Plan Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays Paid Parental Leave Retirement Plan Employee Stock Purchase Program Educational Assistance Plan What you'll be doing Lead and supervise the Utilities team, including operators, technicians, and maintenance resources. Ensure reliable operation and maintenance of utilities systems such as Steam, Electrical Power (primary & backup), HVAC, Compressed Air, Nitrogen, Cooling Water, and Chilled Water. Develop and maintain operations and preventive maintenance schedules to maximize system reliability and uptime. Define required skills and drive development plans to strengthen team capabilities. Manage headcount, hiring, and contractor resources to support manufacturing and engineering needs. Monitor Utilities KPIs and drive reliability improvements aligned with engineering standards and best practices. Oversee inventory of MRO supplies and spare parts for utilities equipment. Ensure full compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), cGMP, and Quality System requirements. Support environmental compliance activities, including reporting and permitting requirements. Lead troubleshooting efforts and respond to emergencies to prevent manufacturing disruptions. Manage department budgets, including operational and maintenance expenses. Maintain accurate maintenance and operational records. Develop and lead continuous improvement and capital projects within Utilities. Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for outsourced services. Ensure clean, organized, and audit-ready utilities areas and systems. Support audits, inspections, and corrective actions as needed. Represent the site in corporate initiatives and cross-functional teams. What you'll bring Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field. Minimum of 8 years of experience in an industrial environment . At least 5 years of leadership experience in utilities operations and maintenance. Strong knowledge of utilities systems (HVAC, boilers, electrical systems, compressed gases, etc.). Experience in regulated industries such as pharmaceutical, medical devices, or chemical manufacturing. Knowledge of reliability tools and methodologies such as FMEA, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement practices. Experience managing budgets, contractors, and cross-functional teams. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to respond to emergency situations and support a 24/7 operation environment. Bilingual (Spanish and English), both written and verbal preferred. 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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