Quality Lab Senior Supervisor

Company: BAXTER
Location: Hickory
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

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 creativity addresses challenges You are creative, thorough, and a heads-down do-er. You embrace a challenge and truly apply the collaborative powers of your team to produce extraordinary results. You are motivated by work that is never the same from one day to the next. As a Senior Quality Lab Supervisor, you are unafraid of navigating through vital internal processes to facilitate a product you deeply believe in. You can absorb and act on sophisticated procedures and data and train your team or peers if needed. You take pride in getting things done quickly without sacrificing safety or quality. Your Team at Baxter Within Quality, every role makes a difference. Products that Baxter makes are shipped worldwide for patients in need. Whether it's building a new process from scratch or facing a never-before-seen production hurdle, individuals within Quality are given the trust and opportunity to bring creativity to the table. Regardless of your specific role with a product, it is sure to touch a portion of our global operation. The mission of Baxter is to save and sustain lives. This mission is embedded into everything we do. This means if there is a decision to be made where quantity and quality are at odds, we will always choose quality. Our patients come first, always. The Quality function values both working together as a team and independently. We draw energy from working in a plant or an office where there are opportunities to collaborate. As the company evolves, so does the way our team approaches work as it strives to create top-of-the-line products. We establish relationships with each other to get work done. Building these relationships is easy because we all share common traits of being reliable, ethical, and caring. We lean on our colleagues for their expertise and hold each other accountable. We feel empowered to speak up when there's a new insight or opportunity to improve something. This open dialog builds trust within the team and helps create a better product for our customers. What we offer from Day One: - Shift flexibility to trade shifts and leverage overtime opportunities - Medical, Dental and Vision coverage - 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays - 401K match - Employee Stock Purchase Program - Paid Parental Leave - Tuition Reimbursement What you'll be doing Coordinate all activities required to occur for assigned shift responsibilities relative to the QC Particulate Matter (PM) Laboratory including but not limited to: - Personnel management - Conducting non-conformance investigations within TrackWise 8 for procedural non-compliances and non-conforming results - Assign tasks, set priorities, and ensure effective performance and development of team members - Conduct regular training for staff - Conduct ACE Check-ins with staff and additional communications as needed - Ensure USP and USP testing is performed accurately and efficiently, following established protocols and standards. - Oversee the accurate recording and analysis of test results, review results, and address documentation errors in accordance with procedural requirements - Ensure results are provided to document control within specified timeframes for release - Cross train in all areas of the QC Microbiology Laboratory which has staffing represented on night shift to enable troubleshooting of issues and/or guidance as necessary - Perform documentation review of all areas of QC Microbiology Laboratory as assigned by the Quality Manager - Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during testing or lab equipment - Conduct Phase 1 Laboratory investigations within TrackWise 8 for QC PM Lab, and facilitate elements of Phase 1 Laboratory investigations for other areas of the laboratory as needed - Ensure that all data is documented properly, and reports are generated and reviewed in a timely manner - Implement and enforce safety protocols and practices within the laboratory What you'll bring - B.S. Degree in Life Science Field (e.g. Biology, Microbiology, related) - Minimum of 5 years of experience or Master’s Degree in biological science with applied experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry - Knowledge of aseptic technique and microbiological testing according to FDA, cGMP, GLPs, and USP testing methodology - Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel) - Able to manage multiple tasks/priorities in a timely manner - Able to work independently and manage time to complete assigned tasks - Ability to create an environment that values people, encourages trust, and open communication through feedback and recognition Working Conditions: - Laboratory and Manufacturing environments - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be provided and must be worn as required within specified areas. PPE may include ear plugs, lab coats, safety glasses, hairnets, and shoe covers. Other Duties as Assigned This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Overtime is worked as required. 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 $88,000 - $121,000 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. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. 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. 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 LI-EB1 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: 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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