Staff Engineer - Manufacturing at Stryker

Portage, Michigan, United States

Stryker Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Medical Devices, Healthcare, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent in related discipline, Mechanical Engineering preferred
  • 4+ years of relevant work experience
  • Strong understanding of GD&T and ability to review prints for DFM

Responsibilities

  • Identify and implement safety and ergonomic improvements as a first priority
  • Apply a strong understanding of GD&T concepts to interpret engineering drawings and ensure precision in manufacturing and quality control processes
  • Ensure assigned processes and process changes are compliant and documented in accordance with Stryker procedures and applicable regulations
  • Identify sources of waste in production and implement changes to drive cost, quality, and throughput improvements; support production associates in doing the same
  • Evaluate blueprints for part processing to ensure manufacturability
  • Partner with the materials group to drive inventory velocity
  • Support new product development and ensure smooth transitions into production
  • Coordinate new and existing machinery in the plant to ensure proper material flow and efficiency
  • Focus on customer satisfaction through teamwork and empowerment, solving problems through a consultative approach, operating with honesty and integrity, and providing a highly responsive and exceptional level of customer service
  • Work under general supervision, planning, conducting, and supervising assignments with appreciable latitude for independent action or decision
  • Direct the work of Engineers or Senior Engineers as needed
  • Serve as a departmental resource in area of expertise, developing system-level design, development, testing, and refinement
  • Demonstrate commitment to quality by striving for reliability and excellence in products, continuously seeking ways to enhance performance, and meeting all training and documentation requirements

Skills

GD&T
Engineering Drawings
Manufacturing Processes
Product Design
Tooling
Equipment Capabilities
Fabrication Processes
Assembly Techniques
Ergonomics
Quality Control
Process Improvement
Blueprint Evaluation
Lean Manufacturing
Inventory Management

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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