Senior Engineer, Manufacturing at Stryker

Cork, County Cork, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Level 8 Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical experience
  • Proven Project Management skills through the delivery of business critical projects
  • 2-4 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong communication and influencing skills with both internal and external agents
  • Capable of technical leading, influencing and providing technical direction to Engineers, Co-op Students, Technicians and operators
  • Capable of working as part of a multi-disciplined team in an aggressive, dynamic and results motivated environment
  • Demonstrable analytical & problem solving skills, a process improvement orientation, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment
  • Excellent presentation and written / verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrable ability to work autonomously
  • A team player, with a flexible approach
  • Technological pioneer, willing to source, investigate and implement technological and automation advances
  • Confident and effective decision maker, with a proven leadership ability to negotiate and influence others

Responsibilities

  • Application of a prioritised approach in Value Centred Engineering toward achieving key opportunities in quality, service and cost
  • Works with Engineering leaders to deliver business objectives
  • Responsible for assisting in the development of a world class-manufacturing group that is proficient in process improvement and problem solving manufacturing issues using Six-Sigma tools
  • Providing technical leadership on all product and process issues
  • Line performance monitoring, and the compilation and execution of structured event plans to remediate systemic issues that drive sub-optimal performance
  • Development and implementation of appropriate supporting documentation, SOPs and process work instructions compliant with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
  • Leading technical improvements under the business’s Continuous Improvement Program (CIP)
  • Transferring and implementing processes, either from development, or from another manufacturing facility
  • Provision of technical leadership/guidance for the Process / maintenance Technicians and other Manufacturing / Equipment Engineers on the team
  • Provide engineering support for new Product and new process introduction, ensuring that all activities are completed and documented in accordance with Stryker New product Development Process
  • Process validation for products and processes; VP, IQ, OQ, PQ and associated documentation
  • Conduct Gauge R&R studies for products and new processes
  • Carry out structured problem solving
  • Provide advanced technical and engineering support to a project or function, with required engineering competencies and systems training to support a manufacturing area or project

Skills

Six Sigma
GMP
Process Validation
IQ
OQ
PQ
Gauge R&R
SOP
Structured Problem Solving
Process Improvement
Continuous Improvement
Mechanical Engineering

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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