Manufacturing Team Lead at Stryker

Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States

Stryker Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree - required
  • 4+ years of manufacturing or relevant experience - required
  • 2+ years of people or business process leadership experience - preferred
  • Experience managing projects - preferred
  • Six Sigma certification - preferred
  • Experience with continuous improvement - preferred
  • Experience working with SAP - preferred

Responsibilities

  • Meet and/or exceed business objectives including safety, quality, delivery, customer experience, people development, and cost
  • Allocate and lead resources based on customer demand, repair schedule, and standards
  • Drive a culture of continuous improvement through support of business and process improvements (e.g., 6S, lean manufacturing initiatives)
  • Identify, prioritize, and execute continuous improvement projects through teamwork, empowerment, consultative problem solving, and operating with honesty and integrity while providing high-level customer service
  • Evaluate employee performance through talent reviews, annual reviews, and enforce company policies via disciplinary measures (with guidance)
  • Work collaboratively to develop and drive accountability for meaningful performance objectives
  • Provide developmental coaching and guidance to team in performance management, communication, and adherence to company policies
  • Manage recruitment and hiring of talent
  • Forecast and predict recruitment needs for temporary and permanent talent
  • Manage labor through OT approval and timecard management
  • Drive employee engagement by promoting an inclusive environment fostering personal growth and development
  • Manage technical aspects of the business, understand root causes of issues, and implement resolutions
  • Anticipate and predict line down issues and partner with support staff to avoid production delays
  • Identify, prioritize, and lead cost reduction initiatives to meet financial projections

Skills

Lean Manufacturing
6S
Continuous Improvement
Performance Management
Team Leadership
Recruitment
Employee Engagement
Root Cause Analysis
Cost Reduction
Talent Development

Stryker

Develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment

About Stryker

Stryker develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment aimed at improving patient care and surgical efficiency. Their products include surgical tools, neurotechnology devices, and orthopedic implants, which are sold directly to hospitals and clinics. Stryker stands out from competitors by focusing on high-quality products and a commitment to advancing healthcare solutions. The company's goal is to enhance the overall healthcare experience for both patients and medical professionals.

Kalamazoo, MichiganHeadquarters
1941Year Founded
$423.3MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Medical & prescription plans
Supplemental health benefits
Flexible Spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Short-term & long-term disability
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Risks

Integration challenges from acquisitions may strain Stryker's resources.
Rapid tech advancements risk obsolescence of Stryker's current products.
Regulatory scrutiny on acquisitions could delay Stryker's market entry.

Differentiation

Stryker's acquisitions enhance its minimally invasive surgical solutions portfolio.
Entry into the peripheral vascular segment diversifies Stryker's market presence.
Stryker's focus on AI integration boosts diagnostic accuracy and operational efficiency.

Upsides

Growing demand for minimally invasive solutions aligns with Stryker's strategic acquisitions.
The orthopedic implants market growth benefits Stryker's expanding product line.
Stryker's acquisition of Inari Medical positions it in a high-growth vascular market.

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