**What You Will Do** + Identify, assess, and implement innovative technologies to optimize and modernize manufacturing processes. + Lead projects focused on the replacement of aging assets to ensure plant reliability and operational continuity. + Develop and execute modernization strategies with minimal disruption to existing production lines. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including operations, maintenance, quality, and engineering—to drive process improvements. + Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to inform continuous improvement initiatives. + Build strong business cases for new technology adoption, including cost-benefit and return on investment (ROI) analysis. + Support the integration of automation, robotics, and digital manufacturing tools into production environments. + Lead technical teams in solving complex manufacturing challenges while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. **What You Need** Required: + Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. + 5–7 years of experience in manufacturing and operations environments. + Demonstrated hands-on technical experience on the production floor (not only administrative or project roles). + Proven experience in fixture design, development, and implementation. + Strong background in process improvement methodologies with real-world application. + Proficiency in reading and developing technical drawings using CAD (Computer-Aided Design) tools. + Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (data-driven process improvement), or other continuous improvement tools. + Proficiency in data analysis, SPC (Statistical Process Control), and root cause analysis. Preferred: + Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., medical devices, pharmaceuticals, automotive, aerospace). + Certifications in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt), or Project Management (PMP – Project Management Professional). + Ongoing education in automation, emerging technologies, or manufacturing innovation. + Experience with Industry 4.0 tools, including IoT (Internet of Things), AI (Artificial Intelligence), and digital manufacturing. + Strong project management skills with a history of leading cross-functional initiatives. Physical Requirements + Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including standing, walking, and occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs). + Ability to access and inspect production equipment in confined or elevated spaces as needed. + May require the use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when working in specific areas of the plant. 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. Stryker 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 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role. Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.