Auxiliary Technician I - First Shift - $22.10/hr.

Stryker Employment Company, LLC; Arlington (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Stryker Corporation in Arlington, TN seeks an Auxiliary Technician I to support production operations in a team‑based manufacturing environment. You will follow defined procedures, operate finishing equipment, and help meet production goals.

This entry‑level role is ideal for individuals early in their manufacturing career, with GMP exposure, who will document processes, maintain quality, and contribute to continuous improvement while working onsite Monday through Thursday with overtime as

Qualifications

• Preferred high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing experience in a GMP environment.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, procedures, and equipment operation.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and team‑oriented attitude.
• Effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to production operations in a GMP manufacturing setting.
• Operate production and finishing equipment (laser systems, degreasers, finishers).
• Perform metal finishing, packaging to vendor, and material handling per SOPs.
• Complete routers and production documentation accurately.
• Adhere to safety, quality, and GMP requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to resolve issues.
• Participate in continuous improvement and standard work.

Skills

High School Diploma or GED

GMP manufacturing experience

Basic manufacturing knowledge

Follow work instructions

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Weekend shift availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Work Flexibility: Onsite Schedule: Monday - Thursday 6:00 am - 4:30 pm with OT as needed by the business.

What You Will Do:

The Auxiliary Technician I role provides hands‑on support to production operations in a team‑based manufacturing environment while following defined procedures and work instructions.

This role is ideal for individuals early in their manufacturing career seeking to develop skills in a regulated environment.

Support daily manufacturing operations across multiple work areas to ensure production goals are met.

Operate production and finishing equipment such as laser systems, vapor degreasers, magnetic finishers, spray wash, vibratory, and electropolish equipment.

Perform metal finishing, packaging to vendor, and material handling activities following standard work instructions.

Accurately complete routers and required production documentation.

Follow all safety, quality, and GMP requirements to ensure compliance with regulated manufacturing standards.

Collaborate with cross‑functional partners and team members to resolve basic production or process issues.

Participate in continuous improvement efforts and support standardized manufacturing processes.

What You Need:

• Preferred High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing experience in a regulated environment (GMP)
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, procedures, and equipment operation, basic blueprint reading
• Ability to follow defined work instructions and make simple judgments using established solutions
• Strong attention to detail, dependability, and willingness to work in a team‑based environment
• Effective communication skills (written, verbal, and active listening)
• Ability to work assigned weekend shift hours

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs regularly and up to 45 lbs occasionally (team lift as required)
• Ability to stand and move about the production floor for the duration of the shift
• Ability to bend, reach, grasp, push, pull, and carry materials and equipment
• Ability to operate machinery and use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• May be exposed to loud noises and manufacturing equipment hazards #INDGQO $22.10/hr. plus bonus eligible and benefits.

Travel Percentage: 0%

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.

Stryker is one of the world's leading medical technology companies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes. We are proud to be named one of the World's Best Workplaces! For more information, visit: www.stryker.com

Work Flexibility Remote - Role allows you to work the majority to 100% of time from an alternate workplace.

These roles could have travel expectations, and you must work within the country of the job requisition location.

Field-based - You can expect to regularly work a majority to 100% of time at customer facilities and has a set territory or expectation to travel within a set boundary.

Almost all sales roles would likely be qualified as field-based.

Onsite - Role is 100% located at a Stryker facility.

Some ad hoc flexibility may be available depending on role, level, and job requirements.

Manufacturing roles and any role that requires physical presence at the office would qualify under this category.

Hybrid - You can expect to regularly work in both an alternate workplace and a Stryker facility.

Roles that are partially remote or co‑located would qualify as hybrid, and the expectation to be onsite would be defined and agreed upon by your manager/supervisor.