Technician Advanced Operations
Role: 23‑month fixed‑term contract at a manufacturing site. The Technician Advanced Operations will coordinate laboratory equipment, conduct validation and product development testing, support 3D‑printing prototyping, and ensure compliance with GMP, quality, and safety procedures.
Responsibilities
Coordinate laboratory equipment activity to satisfy demands.
Commission equipment and prepare and execute IQ, OQ and PQ activities.
Develop and implement best practices for laboratory activities, including SOPs and maintenance procedures.
Perform laboratory and product development testing and supply data required for FDA submissions.
Conduct DoE studies, capability studies, MSAs, technical report writing, and provide technical support for product quality issue resolution.
Support 3D‑printing prototyping: CAD file preparation, conversion to STL, 3D‑printer operation, post‑processing and inspection.
Collaborate with the Quality Department to ensure all documentation for validation and new product introduction is accurate, executed in the correct sequence, and completed timely.
Participate in PFMEA, Control Plan, SOP, and PPAP generation for product transfers and launches.
Provide training for manufacturing team members.
Ensure adherence to GMP and safety procedures.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Diploma or trade in a related discipline.
Minimum 2 years of experience as a technician or in a technical role.
Knowledge of metallographic preparation and ASTM and ISO specifications.
Strong computer literacy.
Experience with validation activities in a regulated industry.
Demonstrated mechanical/technical aptitude and strong communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced, results‑oriented environment.
Proven problem‑solving skills and hands‑on approach.
Experience working in a regulated GMP‑based machine‑floor environment.
Attention to detail and accuracy when completing documentation.
Senior Staff Engineer – Process Development, Advanced Operations
Responsible for creating a work practice, environment and culture that elevates NPI delivery, technical rigor and manufacturing process development throughout the lifecycle of launching new products.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Own one or more critical manufacturing process development workstreams and support technical direction and objectives.
Apply technical rigor, governance and engineering discipline across own and adjacent process workstreams.
Make data‑driven technical decisions across multiple manufacturing process development workstreams.
Monitor, challenge and support process development progress.
Coach and mentor other engineers on NPI delivery and manufacturing process development.
Conduct experimental testing and DoEs to determine optimal operating parameters.
Lead manufacturing process development reviews, providing technical challenge and direction.
Partner with tooling, fixturing and equipment suppliers to define, develop, test, optimise and validate manufacturing solutions.
Lead capital acquisition activity and support validation activities, including IQ, OQ and PQ.
Contribute to process technology roadmap activities and drive innovation.
Collaborate cross‑functionally to achieve project, product and operational success.
Prepare and review PFMEA, Control Plans, SOPs, PPAP and validation documentation.
Ensure adherence to GMP and safety procedures.
Qualifications
B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Precision Engineering or related discipline with 6+ years of industry experience.
Excellent knowledge of manufacturing processes, inspection equipment, materials, and process design.
Strong understanding of Design for Manufacture, Design for Inspection, and Design for Assembly principles.
Proficiency in statistical analysis and process capability.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
Experience in FDA‑regulated or similarly regulated industry.
Lean Six Sigma mindset is advantageous.
Strong engineering judgement and analytical skills.
Proofpoint – Senior Order Management Specialist
Manages complex, high‑impact orders across the Quote‑to‑Cash (Q2C) lifecycle.
Responsibilities
Own and manage complex customer orders end‑to‑end, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
Interpret contracts, purchase orders and deal structures to ensure alignment with policies and systems.
Resolve order‑related issues and escalations with a focus on root cause analysis and prevention.
Collaborate with Sales, Finance, Legal, RevOps and Fulfilment to validate requirements and optimize workflows.
Ensure adherence to company policies, compliance standards and audit requirements.
Support the creation and maintenance of process documentation, SOPs, and training materials.
Provide guidance and informal mentorship to peers.
Qualifications
4+ years of experience in Order Management, Sales Operations or related Q2C functions.
Strong experience with CRM and ERP systems, including reporting and data analysis.
Proven track record of managing complex transactions and resolving escalations.
Advanced proficiency in order management systems (e.g., Salesforce, ERP platforms).
Strong attention to detail, ability to review and ensure order accuracy and completeness.
Effective communicator with ability to manage stakeholders across multiple functions and levels.
Demonstrated ability to identify improvement opportunities and drive operational efficiencies.
Capability to lead small initiatives or projects independently.
Strong understanding of compliance, audit requirements and internal controls.
Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple competing priorities effectively.
Value Stream Manager – Pharmaceutical Diagnostics
Leads daily operations and strategic planning of a high‑performance pharmaceutical diagnostics value stream.
Responsibilities
Oversee end‑to‑end operations, ensuring daily targets for safety, quality, delivery, cost and training are met.
Coordinate shift activities across multiple teams with effective handovers.
Lead daily tiered accountability meetings, ensuring timely escalation and resolution of issues.
Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance and Supply Chain to remove bottlenecks and optimise flow.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) including yield, cycle time, downtime, training compliance, 5S audit scores.
Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, HPRA and internal quality standards.
Support onboarding and development of team members.
Plan and execute future capacity and resource alignment.
Champion a safety‑first culture and EHS adherence.
Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Operations Management, Engineering or related field.
Solid experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in a GMP‑regulated pharmaceutical or diagnostics environment.
Proven leadership experience managing cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced production setting.
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S and continuous improvement tools.
Excellent communication, organisational and problem‑solving skills.
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and production planning tools.
Demonstrated ability to manage complexity, prioritise effectively and drive results.
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.
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