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 

Process Technician

Permanent Contract

Location: Tullagreen, Carrigtwohill

Shift: 24/7: Rotation of 2 Days, 2 Nights, and 4 Days Off.

Hours: 6.00 am - 6.00 pm, 6.00 pm - 6.00 am.

Provides technical process support to a project or function. This position’s primary function is that of ensuring that manufacturing processes run consistently and meet performance targets, that equipment downtime is kept to a minimum, and the manufacturing business is supported in every way necessary to maximize line availability.

What you will do:

• Ensure all maintenance activities and documentation is to GMP standards.
• Engage in mechanical / electrical / electronic/process troubleshooting, and in resolving hardware /software interfacing problems on the production floor, in collaboration with facilities functions.
• Develop a technical knowledge of next generation equipment, working with team to ensure all technical issues are identified and eliminated at the earliest opportunity.
• Liaise with support functions to develop their knowledge of the equipment and ensure a system of continuous, shared learning is in place.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair.
• Investigate all build failures / Furnace failures causing scrap, determine root cause and implement corrective actions across all equipment.
• Actively interface with cross-functional team members and 3rd party Vendors, always practicing good team work in support of day to day operating requirements.
• Identifying and assisting the business with the implementation of technical improvements.
• Repair / troubleshoot systems and processes, identifying root causes on system failures, and implement permanent solutions.
• Co-ordination of preventative maintenance and calibration activities on assigned lines, processes and / or areas.
• Provide process and maintenance improvements, initiatives using data analysis & trending reports.
• Provide technical support to the manufacturing business unit with new product introductions and transitions from other sites as required.
• Participate in cross functional and cross divisional process improvement initiatives.
• Provide support for equipment procurement and assistance in the execution of installations, validations, FATs, & SATs ensuring equipment added to the business is standardized where possible.
• Ensure weekly and monthly equipment uptime metrics for the Business Unit are available and that significant downtime is recorded and actioned.
• Liaising with Production Team Leaders and Manufacturing Engineers on issues relating to productivity, scrap and efficiency performance issues.
• Ensure compliance to site and divisional maintenance procedures.
• All other duties as required.

What you will need:

• Certificate/ Diploma in Engineering/Trade qualification in electrical, mechanical l& toolmaking or related discipline, is required.
• Calibration: Relevant technical qualification, ideally in Instrumentation \ Process Technology
• Has 4 years’ experience in manufacturing (2 years + experience as a technician)
• Good knowledge of electronics and software control systems.
• Entry level experience in a modern manufacturing environment  ideally with previous experience in some or all of the following:

- Low / medium voltage electrical power systems

 - Pneumatics;

 - PLCs;

 - Instrumentation

 - Hydraulics;

 - Calibration;

• Experience in the medical device industry is an advantage.
• Business understanding of operations and there impacts essential.
• · High level of PC Skills required.
• Flexibility essential.
• Strong communication skills with both Internal and external agents.
• Self-starter with demonstrated efficient work methods, analytical & problem solving skills and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment.

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.