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Junior Technician

AT Stryker
Stryker

Junior Technician

Johannesburg, South Africa

Why engineering at Stryker?

At Stryker we are dedicated to improving lives, with a passion for researching and developing new medical device products. As an engineer at Stryker, you will be proud of the work that you will be doing, using cutting-edge technologies to make healthcare better. Here, you will work in a supportive culture with other incredibly talented and intelligent people, creating industry-leading medical technology products. You will also have growth opportunities as we have a culture that supports your personal and professional development.

Need another reason to apply? Check out these 8 reasons to join Stryker's engineering team: https://www.strykercareersblog.com/post/8-reasons-to-join-strykers-engineering-team

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Junior Technician is the position within our Technical Services Department, emerging in your technician career and are employing the use of appropriate and effective troubleshooting and service behaviors and are modeling into quality workmanship.

  • Maintain a professional and profitable repair and preventive maintenance service on Stryker's products, while ensuring compliance with the quality systems and manufacturer specifications.
  • Deliver technical assistance and documentation to internal and external customers.
  • Repair and check electronic / mechanical Stryker products
  • Perform annual service checks at Customers on their Stryker products
  • Promote Service contracts where possible
  • Efficient management of documentation for internal as external references
  • Give technical support to Product Managers and sales staff
  • Give technical support to Customers and Sales Department
  • Give IT support on certain instruments
  • Ensure excellent follow-up on all customer initiated issues
  • Respond to Service Complaints as defined
  • Turnaround time for repairs within set guidelines
  • Assist with service delivery, and training of Customers and Sales Staff

Minimum requirements:

  • Diploma or Degree in Clinical Engineering or other Electronic related equivalent qualification
  • Minimum 12 months experience in medical electronics, combined with good mechanical skills, preferably in the hospital environment
  • Stryker product portfolio knowledge preferred
  • Ability to interpret manufacturing prints & troubleshooting guidelines
  • Fluency in English, spoken & written
  • Adequate IT knowledge (Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, MFG/Pro, Outlook)

Valid driving license.

About Stryker

Stryker is one of the world's leading medical technology companies and, together with our customers, is driven to make healthcare better.

The company offers innovative products and services in Medical and Surgical, Neurotechnology, Orthopedics, and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 100 million patients annually.

More information is available at stryker.com

Client-provided location(s): Johannesburg, South Africa
Job ID: Stryker_Combined-r5lNGf4axOeG
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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