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Stryker

Staff Manufacturing Engineer

Mahwah, NJ

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

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What you will do-

You will provide manufacturing engineering leadership, mentoring and the ability to head up complex projects within operations. Own initiatives that drive toward best practices and support business objectives. We are looking for someone with strong project management skills.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Develop, manage, and communicate project timelines within a cross-functional team
  • Develops strategy and deploys equipment to improve vision systems / optical character recognition in a manufacturing setting deploy
  • Define & implement specific solutions to technical problems, completing the tasks and writing reports that clearly document the results
  • Work closely with Advanced Operations, Engineering Services, suppliers, and Quality to resolve in-house and supplier quality problems using established problem solving methodologies
  • Actively participate and lead teams in the development and improvement of the manufacturing process for existing and new products
  • Review & approve inspection plans, routers and product drawings
  • Develop, review & approve equipment validation/qualifications
  • Pro-actively address quality issues and process improvements for assigned projects
  • Support product transfers from outside vendors and other plants/facilities
  • Review and approve nonconforming material and system documentation
  • Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives
  • Serve as a mentor to others

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.
  • Strategic thinkers. People who enjoy analyzing data or trends for the purposes of planning, forecasting, advising, budgeting, reporting, or sales opportunities.
  • Collaborative partners. People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, data and insights to drive continuous improvement in functions.

What you need-

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent required
  • 4+ years of relevant engineering experience required
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver on high profile projects and effectively communicate project status required
  • Experience with vision systems in a manufacturing process required
  • Working knowledge of quality tools such as failure modes and effects analysis and control plans required
  • Experience supporting NC and CAPA initiatives required
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Lean and problem solving tools with a high focus on process improvement - preferred
  • Experience with automation of manufacturing processes - strongly preferred

About Stryker

Our benefits:

  • 12 paid holidays annually
  • Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program.
  • Financial benefits include Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance.

For a more detailed overview of our benefits or time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits

About Stryker
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 130 million patients annually. More information is available at stryker.com.

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Stryker is driven to work together with our customers to make healthcare better. Employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required, depending on customer requirements, to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.

Client-provided location(s): Mahwah, NJ 07430, USA
Job ID: Stryker_Combined-yeheasHdjs0m
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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