

New · posted Oct 21
Baxter · Medical Devices
Quality Associate III
- Skaneateles, NY
- On-site
- Full-time
- Senior & Principal
Open until filled
The role
As a Quality Associate III, you will own and manage assigned Quality Management System (QMS) processes supporting U.S. depot operations. Based in Skaneateles Falls, New York, this position serves as the primary Quality partner for U.S. depot operations and is accountable for process performance, compliance, risk identification, standardization, and continuous improvement. The role partners with Canadian depot operations to promote consistent execution of depot quality processes and alignment of Quality System requirements across UCAN. Independently evaluates complex quality and operational issues, applies critical thinking and risk-based decision-making, and drives practical, sustainable solutions. Partners with Service Operations and Global Service Quality to ensure depot processes comply with applicable regulatory requirements, Baxter policies, and approved procedures.
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.
What you need
Education and/or Experience
· Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related technical discipline required.
· Five or more years of experience in Quality, Service, Manufacturing, Engineering, or another regulated environment.
· Medical device industry experience strongly preferred.
· Demonstrated experience managing quality-system processes and leading cross-functional quality or process-improvement initiatives.
· Experience supporting depot, repair, refurbishment, service-center, distribution, or manufacturing operations preferred.
· Experience conducting audits, assessments, investigations, CAPA activities, and quality-system improvements in a regulated environment.
· Internal Auditor, ASQ, Lean, Six Sigma, or comparable quality certification preferred.
· Strong critical-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to independently evaluate complex or ambiguous situations.
· Demonstrated ability to own and manage quality-system processes and drive measurable, sustainable improvement.
· Sound judgment and demonstrated ability to make risk-based quality decisions within delegated authority.
· Strong knowledge of medical device quality-system requirements, including applicable FDA requirements, ISO 13485, Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Documentation Practices, and data integrity principles.
· Experience with investigations, root-cause analysis, CAPA, change control, risk management, audits, validation, procedure development, training controls, and quality metrics.
· Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders, constructively challenge ineffective practices, and drive accountability without direct authority.
· Strong technical-writing, communication, project-management, and organizational skills.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently across a matrixed organization supporting multiple depot locations.
· Ability to communicate effectively with depot personnel, process owners, functional leaders, senior management, auditors, and inspectors.
· Ability to travel to U.S. depot locations and, as needed, support activities that promote consistency and alignment across UCAN depot operations.
· Primary work location: Skaneateles Falls, New York.
· Travel to U.S. depot locations and, as needed, support activities that promote consistency and alignment across UCAN depot operations. Recommended posting language: up to 25%.
· Hybrid or onsite expectations will follow the applicable Baxter workplace policy and operational requirements.
· No direct supervisory responsibilities. The role may provide work direction, technical guidance, training, and approval of work performed by others within delegated Quality authority.
· Adheres to all environmental, health, safety, data integrity, and Good Documentation Practice requirements. Performs other duties as assigned.
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 $96,000-132,000 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.
What you'll do
· Own and manage assigned Technical Services Quality Management System processes, including process requirements, controls, documentation, performance measures, governance, and continuous improvement.
· Serve as the primary Quality representative and subject matter expert for U.S. depot operations while partnering with Canadian depot operations to promote consistency and alignment across UCAN.
· Own assigned Quality Management System processes supporting U.S. depot operations. Provide oversight of depot service processes across U.S. depot locations and drive standardization, consistency, and alignment of Quality System requirements across UCAN depot operations.
· Evaluate depot service documentation, process controls, equipment and calibration controls, validations, material controls, and adherence to approved service procedures.
· Independently identify, analyze, and resolve complex quality and compliance issues using critical thinking, structured problem-solving, root-cause analysis, and risk-based decision-making.
· Lead or provide Quality approval for investigations, nonconformances, CAPAs, effectiveness checks, change controls, risk assessments, validations, and other quality records within delegated authority.
· Plan and conduct risk-based depot assessments; identify systemic gaps, establish improvement priorities, monitor effectiveness, and drive sustainable corrective actions across depot operations.
· Lead audit and inspection readiness activities, monitor quality metrics and trends, communicate risks and improvement plans through Management Review and leadership forums, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that support consistency and standardization across UCAN depot operations.
Pay
$96,000 a year
Employer providedThis 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
Where you'll work
Skaneateles, NYOn-siteOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
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Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · October 21, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 19% below the US median for Quality Assurance roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Senior & Principal roles in New York16 roles publishing pay
Senior & Principal roles in the US303 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $96,000 | — | $96,000 |
| New York (middle half) | $78,125 | $96,250 | $119,250 |
| All US (middle half) | $102,750 | $119,000 | $137,500 |
This role: Baxter's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Assurance roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 21, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Quality Assurance
The general path across 904 open Quality Assurance roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Baxter's own promotion track.
Career resources on Quality Assurance
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 36 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Collaboration and leadership9
- GMP and compliance8
- Documentation and SOPs7
- Quality systems and risk7
- Investigations and CAPA3
- Validation and qualification3
- Data and digital systems2
- Lab testing and methods1
Regulatory intelligence
The rules behind this role
Frameworks and standards this posting's work falls under, matched from its own words, each linked to the official source.
- FDA21 CFR Part 820 (QMSR)(official source, opens in a new tab)FDA quality management system regulation for medical devices
- FDAFDA data integrity guidance(official source, opens in a new tab)Data Integrity and Compliance With Drug CGMP: Questions and Answers
- ISOISO 13485(official source, opens in a new tab)Quality management systems for medical devices
Company hiring pulse
Baxter on Regulatory Jobs
- 34
- Open roles
- 31
- Distinct roles
- 9
- Locations
By discipline
- Quality29 85%
- Regulatory3 9%
- Compliance & Safety2 6%
By level
- Associate & Specialist15 44%
- Manager6 18%
- Senior & Principal6 18%
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Quality Associate III at Baxter
Open until filled. $96K a year, employer provided.

