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Stryker

Associate Manager, Quality Assurance

Potters Bar, United Kingdom

Why join Stryker?

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Our total rewards package offering includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards - not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.

Who we want:

  • Talent developers. Growth-oriented managers who recruit and hire top-performing talent and prioritize the development of their team members.
  • Managers who drive performance. People who implement process improvements and leverage the talent of their team to consistently increase performance and productivity.
  • Effective communicators. People who can interpret information clearly and accurately to concisely communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders, senior management, and their teams.
  • Goal-oriented orchestrators. People who can effectively coordinate and focus the work of skilled employees toward an important goal, prioritizing the right activities that lead to success.
  • Metrics-oriented managers. People who are always tracking important business metrics to ensure projects meet expectations and budget.

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Position Summary

Provide quality engineering leadership and technical guidance in quality assurance, control, and preventative activities with a focus on continuous improvement of internal products and processes. Advocate and lead the execution of initiatives and projects to enhance quality performance within the business and for our customers. Mentor and provide technical direction across multiple areas of expertise. Ensure compliance to regulation and standards.

What you will do:

Working in the Quality Operations structure, in a supervisory capacity, has responsibility for, but not limited to the following:

  • Lead teams to support products in development, production or customer experience including issue investigation, corrective action, preventive action, supplier management (as appropriate), and risk management.
  • Provide leadership direction to team on problem solving and process improvements, address obstacles, provide resources and interact with other areas of the company to assist the team in overcoming problems and streamlining the work process.
  • Maintain KPIs for monitoring of process and/or product quality, perform analysis, and interpret trends, identifying and activating on appropriate actions as necessary.
  • Develop talent within team to increase performance. Actively address performance issues on team, including supporting with performance appraisals and any Employee Relation issues that may occur, in collaboration with HR
  • Maximise employee engagement as measured by the Company's employee engagement survey, while maintaining a strong focus on individual and team performance
  • Engage and interface in internal and external audits providing subject matter expertise
  • Actively promote company culture, mission & values.

What you need:

  • BS in a science, engineering, Master's Degree or equivalent preferred.
  • Minimum of 6 years relevant experience; Minimum 1 year supervisory experience preferred.
  • Experience in Medical, Pharmaceutical, Bio-Medical/Pharma, Automotive or regulated manufacturing environment preferred
  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of regulatory requirements, including ISO, FDA, and International requirements. Experience in interacting with regulatory agencies (FDA, MoH, TUV, etc.) desired.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with and lead cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple project workloads.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of adverse event reporting, complaint investigation, CAPA, and corrective action processes.

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Client-provided location(s): Elstree WD6, UK
Job ID: Stryker_Combined-ejiQudcmy4wZ
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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