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.
Metrics-oriented managers. People who are always tracking important business metrics to ensure projects meet expectations and budge
What you will do-
You will be responsible for leading and managing a team of 40+ manufacturing associates and front-line supervisors. You will be responsible for the oversight of a multiple pieces of complex automation spanning multiple shifts. You will solve problems, set strategic vision and drive systemic improvements related to efficiency, quality, cost, employee engagement and safety. You will be challenged and have the opportunity for continued professional growth and development.
Ability to strategically lead manufacturing group across multiple shifts
Lead, attend, participate and deliver in performance metrics review meetings
Track progress to manufacturing schedule and take necessary action to ensure supply plan has been met, including determining labor requirements and staffing levels daily
Lead and own product quality investigations, and process records through quality management system
Drive departmental safety culture by implementing goals and metrics
Coach and develop front line leaders and operators to improve quality, production and safety
Ensure accountability of associates including training timeliness and adherence to company policies
Manage team’s performance, including completing annual and mid-year reviews
What you need-
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field, highly preferred; or in lieu of a degree, 6 years of equivalent experience will be considered, in addition to the requirements below
2 years of experience in manufacturing or operations, required. Of which 1 year of people management experience, preferred
Advanced math skills and computer skills (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) are essential
Able to effectively manage employees’ performance while maintaining a “keep it personal” culture
Proven ability to proactively seek improvements and solutions to problems in their operation
Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing financial impact to the overall business
Demonstrated ability to hold an operation accountable to key business metrics
Kalamazoo, MI
Stryker Corporation operates as a medical technology company. The company operates through three segments: Orthopaedics, MedSurg, and Neurotechnology and Spine. The Orthopaedics segment provides implants for use in hip and knee joint replacements, and trauma and extremities surgeries. The MedSurg segment offers surgical equipment and surgical navigation systems, endoscopic and communications systems, patient handling, emergency medical equipment and intensive care disposable products, reprocessed and remanufactured medical devices, and other medical devices for use in various medical specialties.
The Neurotechnology and Spine segment provides neurotechnology products that include products used for minimally invasive endovascular techniques; products for brain and open skull based surgical procedures; orthobiologic and biosurgery products, such as synthetic bone grafts and vertebral augmentation products; and minimally invasive products for the treatment of acute ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. It also provides spinal implant products comprising cervical, thoracolumbar, and interbody systems for use in spinal injury, deformity, and degenerative therapies.
The company sells its products to doctors, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities through company-owned subsidiaries and branches, as well as third-party dealers and distributors in approximately 80 countries. Stryker Corporation was founded in 1941 and is headquartered in Kalamazoo, Michigan.