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

Stryker; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Stryker is hiring an Auxiliary Technician I to provide hands-on support in a team-based manufacturing environment in Memphis. The role involves operating finishing equipment, performing metal finishing and packaging, and maintaining required production documentation.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year of GMP manufacturing experience, and the ability to follow standard work instructions with attention to detail. Weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

GMP knowledge

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

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

$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.