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The Role
The Associate Manager, Process Engineering leads teams to optimize manufacturing processes, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Summary Generated by Built In
Work Flexibility: Onsite
Travel Percentage: 10%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.Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
The Associate Manager, Process Engineering leads engineering and technician teams to optimize manufacturing, improve yield, and reduce costs, acting as a bridge between the Process Development and the Operations teams. They drive continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma), manage project timelines, and ensure safety/quality standards. This role is on-site in Irvine, California.
What you will do
- Lead and develop engineers and technicians through mentoring, coaching, performance feedback, and day‑to‑day technical leadership.
- Drive operational KPIs including first‑pass yield, scrap reduction, OEE, and cost/unit improvement through process optimization and Lean initiatives.
- Lead cross‑functional projects from concept through implementation, managing scope, timelines, risks, and budgets.
- Identify, analyze, and resolve complex manufacturing and process issues using structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
- Translate business objectives into executable engineering initiatives aligned to cost, capacity, and operational priorities.
- Own capacity planning, resource allocation, and capital expenditure (CapEx) planning to support pilot and production needs.
- Develop, analyze, and leverage dashboards, metrics, and statistical tools to support data‑driven decision making.
- Identify and execute sustainable cost‑reduction initiatives while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
- Build strong cross‑functional partnerships and influence senior stakeholders to drive operational excellence.
- Operate effectively in a fast‑paced, evolving environment while maintaining focus on execution and results.
What you need
- Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field.
- 6+ years of applicable experience in manufacturing or process engineering.
- Demonstrated leadership capability, including mentoring, coaching, and developing engineers and technicians.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
- Excellent communication skills and leadership presence, with the ability to influence across functions.
- Working knowledge of medical device manufacturing compliance, including ISO standards, FDA regulations, and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Preferred
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Prior direct people management experience.
- Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and advanced process monitoring tools.
- Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and pilot manufacturing environments.
United States of America Pay Ranges:
- US15: $89,400 - $148,900 USD Annual
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Travel Percentage: 10%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.Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field
- 6+ years of applicable experience in manufacturing or process engineering
- Demonstrated leadership capability, including mentoring, coaching, and developing engineers and technicians
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
- Excellent communication skills and leadership presence
- Working knowledge of medical device manufacturing compliance, including ISO standards, FDA regulations, and Good Documentation Practices
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
- Prior direct people management experience
- Experience with statistical process control and advanced process monitoring tools
- Experience supporting New Product Introduction and pilot manufacturing environments
Stryker Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple medical plan options and added protections such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity, plus mental health resources. Wellbeing programs, onsite gyms, and fitness/nutrition classes further reinforce the perceived strength of health benefits.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are seen as strong, highlighted by a competitive 401(k) plan with company matching and potential discretionary contributions. These elements are often viewed as valuable pillars of total rewards.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Variable pay is viewed positively, with annual bonuses and sales commissions often lifting total compensation. Incentive plans are seen as a meaningful contributor to pay satisfaction in roles where performance drives earnings.
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The Company
What We Do
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 www.stryker.com. Together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better.
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