Quality Control Technician Jobs at Stryker with Visa Sponsorship
Stryker hires Quality Control Technicians across its medical device manufacturing and R&D sites, supporting product integrity in a heavily regulated industry. The company has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for this function, making it a realistic target for international candidates with hands-on QC experience.
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Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
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.
3rd shift: Sun - Thurs, 11:00 pm - 7:00 am
- QC Technician will train on 1st shift and then transition to 3rd shift.
The 3rd shift QC Technician I position is responsible for supporting essential laboratory functions, including cleaning glassware, restocking supplies, performing basic instrument maintenance, and preparing reagents. You will also assist in routine analytical and microbial testing to ensure quality standards are maintained.
- Prepares reagents and solutions used for routine and non-routine analyses, such as diluents, and culture media.
- Performs pH analysis on reagents and solutions needed for routine testing.
- Performs routine and non-routine sampling and processing of production lines for cleaning surveillance.
- Performs laboratory maintenance activities including but not limited to equipment preventative maintenance, disposal of waste, and cleaning laboratory areas.
- Performs laboratory glassware cleaning and stocking activities.
- Orders and logs in supplies, and reagents.
- Filing and copying of records for record retention.
- Performs other laboratory operations activities as needed.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
Required
- 2+ years of experience working in current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) or other regulated laboratory environments.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred
- Experience working with Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
- Experience with common laboratory equipment such as balance, graduated cylinders, etc.
- Experience with solution preparation.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to safely climb fixed platform ladders as part of regular job duties.
Pay rate will not be below any applicable local minimum wage rates.
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.
INTRODUCTION
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.
3rd shift: Sun - Thurs, 11:00 pm - 7:00 am
- QC Technician will train on 1st shift and then transition to 3rd shift.
The 3rd shift QC Technician I position is responsible for supporting essential laboratory functions, including cleaning glassware, restocking supplies, performing basic instrument maintenance, and preparing reagents. You will also assist in routine analytical and microbial testing to ensure quality standards are maintained.
- Prepares reagents and solutions used for routine and non-routine analyses, such as diluents, and culture media.
- Performs pH analysis on reagents and solutions needed for routine testing.
- Performs routine and non-routine sampling and processing of production lines for cleaning surveillance.
- Performs laboratory maintenance activities including but not limited to equipment preventative maintenance, disposal of waste, and cleaning laboratory areas.
- Performs laboratory glassware cleaning and stocking activities.
- Orders and logs in supplies, and reagents.
- Filing and copying of records for record retention.
- Performs other laboratory operations activities as needed.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
Required
- 2+ years of experience working in current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) or other regulated laboratory environments.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred
- Experience working with Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
- Experience with common laboratory equipment such as balance, graduated cylinders, etc.
- Experience with solution preparation.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to safely climb fixed platform ladders as part of regular job duties.
Pay rate will not be below any applicable local minimum wage rates.
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 QC standards
Stryker's QC roles operate under FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 13485 requirements. Certifications like ASQ's CQT or CQE signal directly relevant expertise and strengthen your case during screening, well before sponsorship even comes up.
Target Stryker sites with active manufacturing operations
Stryker's sponsorship activity for QC roles is concentrated at production-heavy facilities, not just corporate offices. Focusing your applications on sites in Kalamazoo, Mahwah, or Flower Mound increases your odds of finding roles where sponsorship infrastructure is already in place.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open QC roles by visa type
Not every QC posting at Stryker is tied to active sponsorship. Use Migrate Mate to browse open Quality Control Technician positions filtered by the visa types Stryker has sponsored, so you spend your time on roles most likely to result in a filing.
Clarify your OPT or CPT timeline before the interview stage
If you're on F-1 OPT, Stryker's HR team will need to confirm your authorization end date early. STEM OPT extensions give you up to 36 months of combined work authorization, which typically covers the H-1B cap cycle and reduces urgency for the employer.
Understand how PERM shapes your long-term sponsorship path
For EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card sponsorship, Stryker must run a PERM labor certification through DOL before filing an immigrant petition. QC Technician roles often qualify under EB-3, so ask your recruiter about the company's standard timeline for initiating PERM after hire.
Prepare documentation that demonstrates hands-on inspection experience
Stryker's QC hiring managers look for candidates with documented experience in nonconforming material handling, CAPA processes, and inspection methods like CMM or optical comparators. Having project-specific examples ready accelerates the offer process and supports the specialty occupation argument for H-1B petitions.
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Does Stryker sponsor H-1B visas for Quality Control Technicians?
Yes, Stryker sponsors H-1B visas for Quality Control Technician roles, particularly at its manufacturing and R&D facilities. The role needs to meet USCIS's specialty occupation standard, which typically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, or a closely related field. Roles with clear degree requirements and technical complexity are the strongest candidates for H-1B sponsorship.
How do I apply for Quality Control Technician jobs at Stryker?
Applications go through Stryker's careers portal, where you can filter by job function and location. To find roles where visa sponsorship is actively supported, Migrate Mate lists open Quality Control Technician positions at Stryker alongside the visa types the company has sponsored, helping you prioritize applications before submitting.
Which visa types does Stryker commonly use for Quality Control Technician roles?
Stryker has sponsored H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, J-1, and EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card pathways for this function. TN visas are available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering or science roles. EB-2 and EB-3 represent the long-term immigrant route and typically require PERM labor certification through the Department of Labor before an immigrant petition can be filed.
What qualifications does Stryker expect for Quality Control Technician roles?
Stryker generally looks for a degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related technical field, combined with hands-on experience in a regulated manufacturing environment. Familiarity with FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, CAPA systems, and inspection tools like CMM or optical comparators is commonly expected. ASQ certifications such as CQT or CQE strengthen applications, especially for roles that will require H-1B specialty occupation documentation.
How long does the visa sponsorship process typically take at Stryker?
For H-1B sponsorship, Stryker must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting the I-129 petition to USCIS. Standard USCIS processing runs several months, though premium processing can reduce adjudication to around 15 business days. For Green Card sponsorship via EB-3, the PERM process alone can take 12 to 18 months before the immigrant petition stage, so starting that conversation early with your hiring manager matters.
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