Stryker Corporation

Manager, Quality Engineering

Stryker Corporation • $141K — $236K *
Mahwah, NJ 07430In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, or related field.
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in a technical, manufacturing, quality, or engineering role in a regulated industry.
  • At least 3 years of team leadership experience in quality management activities.
  • Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment with FDA or international quality standards compliance.
  • Experience with audits, investigations, corrective actions, and process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Quality Assurance team, providing technical guidance and quality oversight across operations.
  • Partner with leadership to ensure product quality meets customer and regulatory standards.
  • Develop and retain a high-performing, inclusive team while fostering a collaborative culture.
  • Establish and maintain quality standards in partnership with functional leaders.
  • Prepare for and support various regulatory audits and inspections.
  • Manage nonconforming products and ensure compliance through effective resolutions.
  • Monitor quality performance metrics and implement corrective actions for improvement.

Benefits

  • Work flexibility: onsite in Mahwah, New Jersey.
  • Opportunity to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive quality culture initiatives.
  • Engagement with global Quality Operations strategies for improvement and compliance.
Full Job Description
Work Flexibility: Onsite

As the Manager, Quality Assurance, you will lead quality assurance activities that support product quality, process performance, audit readiness, and continuous improvement across site operations. Working closely with Operations, Global Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and supplier partners, you will help ensure quality systems remain effective, compliant, and aligned with business objectives. This role is Onsite in Mahwah, New Jersey.


What You Will Do
  • Lead the Quality Assurance team, providing technical guidance and quality oversight across manufacturing and operations, supports functions to drive continuous improvement and compliance.
  • Partner with site leadership to ensure products consistently meet customer expectations, regulatory requirements, and applicable quality standards.
  • Develop, coach, and retain a high-performing team while fostering a culture of inclusion, accountability, collaboration, and employee engagement.
  • Drive quality system compliance by partnering with functional leaders to establish, communicate, and maintain quality standards, requirements, and responsibilities.
  • Lead site readiness activities and support internal, corporate, notified body, FDA, and other regulatory audits and inspections.
  • Oversee the management of nonconforming products, product and process deviations, risk assessments, corrective actions, and preventive actions to ensure effective resolution and compliance.
  • Monitor and improve Quality performance indicators, including NCR, CAPA, compliance, and operational quality metrics, and implement corrective actions for adverse trends.
  • Support the development and execution of local and global Quality Operations strategies that improve product quality, operational efficiency, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

What You Need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline.
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in a technical, manufacturing, quality, or engineering role within a regulated industry.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience leading teams, projects, or quality management activities.
  • Experience working within a regulated manufacturing environment, including compliance with FDA and/or international quality standards.
  • Experience supporting quality systems, audits, investigations, corrective actions, and process improvement initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Business Management, Engineering, Science, or an MBA.
  • Experience leading and developing high-performing quality teams in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience establishing quality strategies and performance improvement programs across multiple sites or business units.
  • Black Belt, Green Belt, or equivalent Lean/Six Sigma certification.
  • Experience supporting global quality systems, regulatory compliance initiatives, and continuous improvement programs.
  • Experience influencing cross-functional stakeholders and driving quality culture initiatives.

 

United States of America Pay Ranges:


  • US20: $141,600 - $236,000 USD Annual

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Travel Percentage: 10%

About Stryker Corporation

Stryker Networks is a premier Information Technology partner providing IT managed services and database application development.

Stryker Corporation Careers

Joining Stryker Corporation means becoming part of a global team recognized for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and enhancing patient outcomes. As a leading medical technology company, Stryker is the perfect place to build a career that truly makes a difference.

Work You’ll Do

At Stryker, every position contributes to our mission of making healthcare better. Here, you will use your skills to work on transformative projects that improve lives across the globe. You will be part of a culture that thrives on growth, innovation, and leadership, and you will work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

Innovative Careers

Stryker offers a range of job opportunities, from internships that provide a stepping stone into high-impact roles to leadership positions that drive strategic direction. Our team members benefit from a work environment that supports professional growth and diversity training, ensuring everyone, regardless of background, can thrive.

Be Part of a Great Team

Our employees enjoy a collaborative atmosphere that fosters innovation and encourages professional development. With a commitment to leadership and diversity, Stryker ensures that all team members have the opportunity to grow and influence the company's future. Our global scale and dedication to impactful solutions make us leaders in medical technology.

Future-Proof Your Career

Stryker is dedicated to career development, offering extensive training, benefits, and resources to help you advance professionally. From networking opportunities to workshops on resume and interview skills, we support your journey every step of the way. Our career paths are as diverse as the innovative products we develop and the markets we serve.

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Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, Stryker provides the tools and resources to achieve your goals. We are continuously hiring and looking for ambitious, curious, and driven individuals to join our team.

Stryker Corporation – A Leader in Medical Technology

Our commitment to improving healthcare through innovative products sets us apart in the medical technology field. The synergy of our team’s expertise and our leadership in technology solutions enables us to meet the needs of our customers effectively.

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Learn more about Stryker Corporation
Size
46,000 employees
Market Cap
$91.9 billion
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$1.5 billion
Founded
2004
5 Year Trend
+8.6%
Revenue
$14.3 billion
NASDAQ
SYK
* Ladders Estimates

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