Senior Engineering Technician - 2nd Shift - Starting at USD 28.01 (hourly) + USD 2 Shift Premium

Stryker • Portage, MI

19d • $28 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Engineering Technician independently provides technical support and equipment coverage at the Stryker Medical Plant. The role supports safe, efficient daily production and project execution in process development, equipment downtime, process improvements, and equipment commissioning. It works with engineering, operations, vendors, and advanced operations to solve production needs and implement equipment, tooling, and technology solutions. The technician also supports employee training and engineering validation activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Proficiency in using calibrated devices and reading detailed mechanical prints.
• At least 2 years of controls experience.

Nice To Haves

• 5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Process development experience.
• Controls experience.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley and Python.
• Technical knowledge and understanding of assembly processes and SQL.
• Journeyman certification in industrial maintenance.
• PLC experience.
• HMI/SCADA knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Document safety concerns and actively lead 6S concerns in the immediate area and plant-wide production area.
• Work with engineering and operations teams to recommend, specify, and implement equipment upgrades, replacements, and purchases.
• Document project results, analyze improvements and opportunities, and communicate findings to the team leader and team members as needed.
• Work directly with vendors on tooling and process improvements for existing or new applications.
• Specify tooling for new or existing processes and work with MPLs to guide orders and tooling sustainment.
• Act as a liaison between operations, engineering, and advanced operations to design and plan production-floor solutions for implementing new technology.
• Train employees on fabrication processes and inspect or test results and applications as needed.
• Support day-to-day production through technical troubleshooting, problem solving, and advice on equipment tooling and operation, including PLC-controlled custom equipment.
• Support engineering validation activities, including periodic reviews, equipment qualifications, process validations, and PPAPs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED