Operations Jobs at Stryker with Visa Sponsorship
Stryker's Operations teams keep medical device manufacturing, supply chain, and quality systems running across a global network. The company has a track record of sponsoring international talent in this function, supporting candidates through H-1B, Green Card, and OPT pathways for roles that require both technical precision and regulatory fluency.
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Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture.
We are proud to offer you our total rewards package which includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
Job description
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits.
Schedule
- Thurs - Mon, 3:30pm – 12am midnight
- Overtime based on business needs
What you will do
As a Field Operations Associate, you will compile and inspect incoming/outgoing kits for compliance with specifications and usage.
- Inspect products and keep record of damaged, defective, shortages of, movement of and expired products using computer systems
- Check inventory records to determine availability of requested products
- Compile and inspect incoming/outgoing kits for compliance with specifications and usage
- Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Confer with distribution, sales, shipping, warehouse, or common carrier personnel to expedite or trace deliveries
- Investigate customer complaints and track service levels/problem solve any discrepancies
- Work with internal resources for alternative product obtainment (e.g., loaner bank, other warehouses, consignments)
- Organize, retrieve, or place goods from/into stock received from multiple sources
- Dispatch drivers to locations, as needed
What you need
Required
- Must live within 1 hour of Stryker Tampa location
- High School Diploma or GED
- Two (2) years’ relevant work experience
- Ability to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work flexible hours, as needed to support the business needs, including weekends and evenings as needed
Preferred
- Warehouse/ inventory control experience in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in medical industry
- Strong technology capabilities: Outlook, phones, computers
Pay rate will not be below any applicable local minimum wage rates.
$23.90 per hour + $1 per hour shift premium, plus bonus eligible + benefits.
Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program. Financial benefits include: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance. Stryker offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.
Why join Stryker?
Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture.
We are proud to offer you our total rewards package which includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
Job description
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits.
Schedule
- Thurs - Mon, 3:30pm – 12am midnight
- Overtime based on business needs
What you will do
As a Field Operations Associate, you will compile and inspect incoming/outgoing kits for compliance with specifications and usage.
- Inspect products and keep record of damaged, defective, shortages of, movement of and expired products using computer systems
- Check inventory records to determine availability of requested products
- Compile and inspect incoming/outgoing kits for compliance with specifications and usage
- Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Confer with distribution, sales, shipping, warehouse, or common carrier personnel to expedite or trace deliveries
- Investigate customer complaints and track service levels/problem solve any discrepancies
- Work with internal resources for alternative product obtainment (e.g., loaner bank, other warehouses, consignments)
- Organize, retrieve, or place goods from/into stock received from multiple sources
- Dispatch drivers to locations, as needed
What you need
Required
- Must live within 1 hour of Stryker Tampa location
- High School Diploma or GED
- Two (2) years’ relevant work experience
- Ability to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work flexible hours, as needed to support the business needs, including weekends and evenings as needed
Preferred
- Warehouse/ inventory control experience in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in medical industry
- Strong technology capabilities: Outlook, phones, computers
Pay rate will not be below any applicable local minimum wage rates.
$23.90 per hour + $1 per hour shift premium, plus bonus eligible + benefits.
Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program. Financial benefits include: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance. Stryker offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.
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Align your credentials to FDA-regulated environments
Stryker's Operations roles sit inside an FDA-regulated manufacturing environment. Highlight any experience with GMP, ISO 13485, or medical device quality systems on your resume before you apply, as these signal readiness for the compliance demands of the role.
Target roles with specific engineering degree requirements
H-1B eligibility requires a specialty occupation tied to a specific degree field. Operations roles at Stryker, especially in manufacturing engineering or supply chain planning, tend to specify Industrial, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering degrees, which strengthens your petition against USCIS scrutiny.
Search Stryker Operations openings through Migrate Mate
Filter for Stryker's Operations roles that explicitly list visa sponsorship using Migrate Mate. This saves time by surfacing only the positions where sponsorship is confirmed, so you're not guessing from vague job description language.
Ask recruiters about the LCA filing timeline early
Before accepting an offer, confirm when your employer plans to file the Labor Condition Application with the DOL. For Operations roles with defined start dates tied to production schedules, delays in LCA certification can push your start date back by weeks.
Prepare for site-specific Operations interview formats
Stryker Operations interviews often include scenario-based questions around lean manufacturing, corrective action processes, and cross-functional escalation. Preparing examples from medical device or similarly regulated industries positions you as a lower-risk hire for sponsorship consideration.
Understand OPT STEM extension eligibility for your role
Many Stryker Operations roles fall under STEM-designated SOC codes, making F-1 graduates eligible for a 24-month OPT extension. Verify your specific role's SOC code qualifies before relying on this timeline, as not all Operations titles receive automatic STEM classification.
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Find Operations at Stryker JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Stryker sponsor H-1B visas for Operations roles?
Yes, Stryker sponsors H-1B visas for Operations positions, particularly in manufacturing engineering, supply chain, and quality functions. Because these roles typically require a specific degree in a technical field, they generally satisfy USCIS specialty occupation requirements. Sponsorship availability can vary by site and role level, so confirming directly with the recruiter during the offer stage is the most reliable approach.
How do I apply for Operations jobs at Stryker?
You can apply directly through Stryker's careers portal. For a faster search filtered to roles that confirm visa sponsorship, Migrate Mate lists Stryker's open Operations positions alongside sponsorship details. Either path leads to the same application, but filtering for sponsorship upfront avoids investing time in roles where international candidates aren't supported.
Which visa types does Stryker commonly use for Operations roles?
Stryker uses several visa pathways for Operations hires, including H-1B for specialty occupation roles, F-1 OPT and CPT for recent graduates, TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering or scientific roles, and EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card sponsorship for longer-term employees. The appropriate visa type depends on your nationality, degree, and the specific role's requirements.
What qualifications does Stryker look for in Operations candidates who need sponsorship?
Stryker typically expects a bachelor's degree or higher in Industrial, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering for core Operations roles. Experience with GMP manufacturing, lean methodologies, and FDA-regulated environments carries significant weight. For sponsorship purposes, the degree field must align with the role's core duties, as USCIS evaluates this relationship when adjudicating H-1B petitions for specialty occupations.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Stryker Operations offer?
The timeline depends on the visa type. For H-1B transfers or cap-exempt scenarios, USCIS standard processing takes several months, with premium processing available to compress that window to 15 business days. OPT candidates can typically start sooner if their EAD is already active. For new H-1B cap filings, the annual lottery runs in March with an October 1 start date, so aligning your offer timeline with that cycle matters.
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