Associate Kit Assembler

Stryker; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Volunteer days

Career development

Leadership support

Job summary

Stryker in Auckland, New Zealand, is seeking an Associate Kit Assembler to ensure surgeons have the right tools for life-changing procedures. You will manage the end-to-end movement of surgical kits and medical devices, coordinating with hospitals and internal teams to meet urgent requirements with accuracy.

The role requires a dependable team player with a sharp eye for detail who thrives under pressure and possesses strong problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Dependable team player with strong collaboration.
• Sharp eye for detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Confident problem-solver capable of quick thinking.
• Act with integrity and do the right thing at all times.
• Genuine passion for making a difference in healthcare.
• Must have full Australian working rights, valid driver’s license, and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end movement of surgical kits and medical devices across NZ and AU.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound devices, including consignment stock, across multiple hospitals.
• Prepare and send kits with high accuracy to ensure patient procedures aren’t compromised.
• Track, update, and maintain real-time visibility of all assets in the system.
• Perform thorough quality checks on returned kits to verify safety and compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams and hospital stakeholders to meet urgent surgical requirements and timelines.
• Adapt to last-minute changes in surgical demand and re-prioritize as needed.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Integrity

Healthcare passion

Australian working rights

Job description

## Associate Kit AssemblerApply: Auckland, New Zealand: Full time: Posted Today: R575093Work Flexibility: Onsite## If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact in healthcare, this is it.At Stryker, **we hire for talent**, not just experience. Our top performers come from all walks of life—professional sports, personal training, military, hospitality, and retail. Whether you're a biomedical or health graduate aiming to break into the medical device industry or transitioning from another field, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.As an **Associate Kit Assembler**, you’ll play a critical role in making sure surgeons have the right tools for life-changing procedures. Each kit includes implants, instruments, and equipment—all meticulously prepared by our dedicated team.**What You’ll Do**You’ll be trusted to manage the **flow of critical surgical equipment across Australia and New Zealand**—ensuring hospitals have exactly what they need, when they need it.* Own the **end-to-end movement** of surgical kits and medical devices — from dispatch through to return and reprocessing* Prepare and send kits with **high levels of accuracy**, knowing even small errors can impact patient procedures* Coordinate **inbound and outbound devices**, including consignment stock, across multiple hospitals and stakeholders* Track, update, and maintain **real-time visibility of all assets** in the system* Perform **thorough quality checks** on returned kits to ensure they meet strict safety and compliance standards* Partner with **internal teams and hospital stakeholders** to align on urgent surgical requirements and delivery timelines* Solve problems on the fly — **prioritising, adjusting, and responding** to last-minute changes in surgical demand**Who You Are: Required Experience**To succeed in this role, you must meet all of the following criteria. If not, that’s okay — but this likely isn’t the right role for you.* You’re a dependable **team player** who builds strong, collaborative relationships* You have a **sharp eye for detail** and are committed to accuracy in everything you do* You **thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments** and stay calm under pressure* You’re a **confident problem-solver** who can think on your feet* You always act with **integrity** — you do the right thing, even when no one’s watching* You’re **genuinely passionate** about making a difference in healthcare* You have full Australian working rights, a valid driver’s license, and access to your own vehicle* You’re available to work a rotating roster between 7am–7pm, including on-call and occasional evening shifts**Why Join Stryker?**At Stryker, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in medical technology, we provide unparalleled opportunities for growth, a strong, people-first culture, and meaningful work that improves lives.* **Career development** – Continuous training and progression* **Financial wellbeing** – Healthcare, insurance, and financial benefits* **Paid parental leave** – Support for your growing family* **Volunteer days** – Paid time off to give back* **Award-winning culture** – Work with a high-performing, supportive team* **Leadership support** – Be guided from day oneIf you’re interested in applying to the role, can you please write a few lines at the top of your CV answering, “Why do you want to become a Kit Assembler at Stryker?