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At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.
Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.
Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.
Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives—where your purpose accelerates our mission.
Our Baxter Thetford site are looking for a Days Shift Lead within our Warehouse where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the flawless execution of our warehouse operations. The working hours for this role are 6am to 6pm - Week 1 – Mon, Tu, Fri, Sat, Sun/ Week 2 – Wed, Thu where you will be eligible for a competitive salary & shift allowance.
This is an outstanding opportunity to lead a team that is vital to our mission of delivering world-class healthcare products ensuring that your area performance is maintained at all times. Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, The Warehouse Shift Leader will organise and coordinate the utilization of the human and physical resources in the management of the warehouse operations with the highest safety, quality and value.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
* Lead and direct warehouse operators to ensure the efficient packing and dispatch of finished goods.
* Provide leadership and direction to the warehouse operators involved in the receipt of raw materials.
* Develop and maintain a safe working environment.
* Plan and allocate work across the day to balance workload and provide service to the compounding rooms.
* Train and cross-train staff to provide a flexible team.
* Regularly review back orders to ensure the proactive management of stock levels, based on demand requirements from customers.
* Proficient in stock control programs
Interpersonal Skills
* Uses people management and supervisory techniques.
* Capable of managing and prioritising workload to meet target timelines and schedules.
* Has strong communication techniques and demonstrates cross-functional working across shift teams.
* Employs lean manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques.
* Solid understanding of investigation and root cause techniques.
* Detailed knowledge of GMP shift operations.
Essential
* A “can-do” attitude.
* Good oral/written communication skills.
* High degree of attention to detail.
* Understand the importance of accuracy and flexibility.
* Good time management skills.
* Strong team ethic
* Experience as Technician or Supervisor Role.
* Able to work under pressure and to deadlines.
* GCSE or equivalent in English and Mathematics.
* Experience in management of stock control and ordering.
* Experience of leading a team in a manual work environment.
* Awareness of modern methods of employee motivation and involvement.
* Appreciation of safety legislation including manual handling and COSHH.
Desirable
* Computer literacy including MS Windows & spreadsheets.
* Line Management Experience.
What are some of our benefits of working at Baxter?
* Competitive total compensation package
* Professional development opportunities
* High importance placed on work life balance
* Commitment to growing and developing an inclusive and diverse workforce.
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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.
Reasonable Accommodations
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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