Operations Manager, Manufacturing

Stryker is an exceptional company with exceptional people who deliver exceptional results. We have differentiated ourselves by responding in innovative ways to the needs of our global customers and patients. We have created a work environment that attracts talented, driven people who love to win and to serve others. We hold ourselves accountable to reach or exceed our goals and to continually improve everything we do. These attributes are shared by the employees that make up Stryker. They are the things that bring us together. They are the foundation of all we do. And they are the enablers of both our past and future success.Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies with the most broadly-based range of products in orthopaedics and a significant presence in other medical specialties. Stryker works with respected medical professionals to help people lead more active and more satisfying lives. The Company's products include implants used in joint replacement, trauma, craniomaxillofacial and spinal surgeries; biologics; surgical, neurologic, ear, nose & throat and interventional pain equipment; endoscopic, surgical navigation, communications and digital imaging systems; as well as patient handling and emergency medical equipment. The Company's website address is http://www.stryker.com

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Operations Manager will facilitate a manufacturing (cell) team to produce a focused product/product line or to perform a focused production process as a vendor to the other manufacturing teams. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure that the "product" will meet or exceed the requirements of our internal and external customer, never losing sight of the patient as the ultimate end customerProvide strategic direction to team over 3 shifts to meet their daily production goals & milestonesEngage in problem solving in complex situations and process improvements in streamlining work processesActively manage the performance of team members including writing and delivering performance appraisals and taking disciplinary action when warrantedEnsure that team members are cross-trainedOwn and deliver team's annual budgetPerform primary hiring functionsActively coach cell team in work scheduling/planning, peer appraisals, and team interviewingQUALIFICATIONS:
3-5 years experience managing and leading people, preferably within a focused-factory environmentMust possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the proven ability to teach and coach individuals from diverse backgrounds with varying language and technical skillsExperience leading project teams and using project management tools preferredMust be PC literate and have a strong knowledge of planning systems/approaches and measurement toolsStrong analytical skills with a high problem solving and process improvement orientation are criticalExcellent presentation and communication skills are requiredIndividual will present at all levels of the companyMust be challenged by a team-based environment which places high degree of emphasis on accountability for customer service levels, inventory management, cost reduction and quality/GMP complianceEDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or other related discipline is required An MBA with related engineering/manufacturing experience is preferredStryker is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.To read more about Stryker, please visit our website at www.stryker.com