COVID-19 vaccination requirements

Stryker is driven to work together with our customers to make healthcare better. In order to fulfill our commitment as a federal contractor, while focusing on the health and safety of our employees and those that we serve, COVID-19 vaccines will be required for all Stryker US employees effective January 4, 2022, as well as all new US employees joining our company. Fully vaccinated persons are those who are >=14 days post-completion of the primary series of an FDA-authorized COVID-19 vaccine. If you are applying to a sales and field role which requires access to customer accounts as a function of your job, you may be required, depending on customer requirements, to obtain the COVID-19 vaccination before the January 4 effective date of Stryker's vaccine policy. For more information, please visit our COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements FAQs page.

Why join Stryker?

We are proud to be named one the World’s Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fortune Magazine! Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting stryker.com

Our benefits include bonuses; commissions; healthcare; insurance benefits; retirement programs; stock based plans; paid time off plans; family and parenting leaves; tuition reimbursement; wellness programs; onsite fitness centers and cafeterias; discount purchase programs; and service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities.

Why engineering at Stryker?

At Stryker we are dedicated to improving lives, with a passion for researching and developing new medical device products. As an engineer at Stryker, you will be proud of the work that you will be doing, using cutting-edge technologies to make healthcare better. Here, you will work in a supportive culture with other incredibly talented and intelligent people, creating industry-leading medical technology products. You will also have growth opportunities as we have a culture that supports your personal and professional development.

Need another reason to apply? Check out these 8 reasons to join Stryker's engineering team: https://www.strykercareersblog.com/post/8-reasons-to-join-strykers-engineering-team

Who we want

• Detail-oriented process improvers. Critical thinkers who naturally see opportunities to develop and optimize work processes – finding ways to simplify, standardize and automate.

• Data translators. Highly effective communicators who can transform data findings into recommendations to compose reports and executive level presentations.

• Analytical problem solvers. People who go beyond just fixing to identify root causes, evaluate optimal solutions, and recommend comprehensive upgrades to prevent future issues.

• Dedicated achievers. People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.

• Curious learners. People who seek out cutting-edge research and information to expand and enhance their ability to develop new ideas into reality.

What you will do

• Lead or provide support to multiple projects concurrently, consisting of process improvements, identification and/or implementation of new manufacturing technologies, with an emphasis on sustainment activities.

• Continuously comply will all related regulatory requirements.

• Identify and improve opportunities on currently established manufacturing processes using six sigma methodologies (i.e. D_M_A_I_C).

• Evaluate, select and implement new technologies for assembly and/or manufacturing processes.

• Evaluate select new automated equipment as needed to ensure product quality and improve process efficiency at minimum cost.

• Justify capital equipment expenditures.

• Establish and maintain the Validation strategy for new processes and equipment.

• Plan and execute validation protocols including IQ, OQ, PQ and Software Validation as required.

• Ensure manufacturing procedures (i.e PPM’s) and validations are complete, accurate and within QSR and internal procedures compliance.

• Develop and/or revise task instructions and operational procedures (i.e. PPM’s) for new processes and equipment.

• Provide updates on assigned topics to appropriate personnel.

• May assist in the new products introduction.

• May interact with Engineering, Quality and R&D during the selection and implementation of new technologies.

• Communicate to the EHS Department, in a timely manner, information related to new products or technology to be transferred to the facility.

• Commit to the EHS policy.

What you will need

• 10-12 years of experience on a Technical/Manufacturing Environment or equivalent

• Experience with process development or equivalent experience

• Experience in vertical integration projects.

• Experience in Project management.

• Experience in New Technology transfer

• Preferable Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) or Associate degree in Industrial Mechanics

• Knowledge on Lean Mfg and Six Sigma programs

• Knowledge of QSR/ISO regulations and standards.

• Approved training or knowledge in pneumatic systems, electronics systems, Industrial controls

• Approved training or knowledge is preferable on: Manufacturing technologies or processes (i.e Grinding, EDM processes). Measurement systems (i.e OGP, CMM, etc.)

• Professional certification (CME, Lead Auditor) are preferable.

• Demonstrated ability to operate small hand tools (e.g. pliers, screwdrivers, hammer, wrenches, etc.), power tools and test/inspection equipment.

• Capable of understanding and writing CNC code is preferable.

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About Stryker

Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with our customers, is driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes.

We are proud to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fortune Magazine! Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting stryker.com