Quality Assurance Engineer Co-Op

Work Flexibility: Onsite

This role will be based in our Belfast site.

Throughout the placement, you will be an integral part of Stryker’s 2027 Cooperative cohort.

This position provides the Co-Op Student, as part of their college studies, the experience of working in a regulated medical device company. The Co-Op Student undertakes a project that is of mutual benefit to the company and to the student’s practical and academic learning.

Tasks and responsibilities may include:

- Work closely with operations and the business functions to ensure quality performance of product and processes.
- Own or support identified internal and supplier driven non-conformances and manage the timely closure of NC's.
- Own or support identified internal CAPAs and manage to timely root cause investigation, implementation and closure.
- Engage in the development and improvement of the internal manufacturing processes for existing products.
- Participates in the creation and/or review of new or modified procedures.
- Support the creation and maintenance of inspection methods and sampling.
- Provides support to the team and department by completing other activities as required.
- Ensures compliance with the Quality, Safety and 5S Systems.
- As a student, effectively adapts to practically working in a workplace by being dependable, dependable, punctual, initiative-taking, hardworking, organised and a team-player.

What you will need:

- Currently completing a college qualification in an engineering or business discipline.
- Honesty and Integrity essential. Must comply with the quality system, regulations, and company policies.
- Initiative-taking, flexible and hardworking. Enjoys working in a dynamic, fast and results orientated environment.
- Resolute, dependable, and punctual.
- Organised, focused, and capable of multi-tasking.
- Good analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic level of PC skills required.
- Is a collaborator and capable of working as part of a multi-disciplined team.
- Knowledge of Quality Concepts (e.g. Risk Management, CAPA, Audits, Statistics) is desirable.

What we can offer:

- Attractive salary & vacation entitlement.
- Experience our inclusive, people-first culture . You will be paired with mentors and have access to leaders who support your growth, give constructive feedback, and help build confidence.
- Flexible working hours.
- Sports & Social  clubs and DE&I  Employee Resource Groups  and the opportunity to  connect with other co-ops .
- The opportunity to contribute to real-world projects that make a difference in improving healthcare and patients’ lives. In Stryker, you will be given responsibilities that truly matter.

Next steps:

- Once you have applied to one of our co-op opportunities, our dedicated University Recruiting Business Partners will take some time to look through your application and ensure you meet the criteria in relation to the specific position.
- Should all requirements be met, and you are happy to proceed, in September/October, successful candidates will be invited to a final round business interview with the hiring team.
- If successful through the final round business interview, you will receive your offer shortly after.
- Please note, individual recruitment timelines may vary – please keep in contact with your University Recruiting Business Partner and your university placement coordinator for specific timelines and updates.

Belfast: £25,000 GBP Annual

If you’d like to learn more about the compensation associated with this opportunity, your recruiter will be happy to walk you through the details as you progress through the hiring process.

Travel Percentage: None