Our mission is simple: Together with our customers, we’re driven to make healthcare better. By collaborating with each other and our customers, we’re able to develop innovative products and services that ultimately impact the lives of over 130 million patients each year.
This impact wouldn’t be possible without our teams. We say it often and it remains true – it’s the people that make Stryker a great place to work. And the best way to understand our amazing culture? See it for yourself.
Here are 12 reasons you'll love Stryker:
1. We're a purpose-driven company
Customers and patients are at the heart of what we do. Each year we impact more than 130 million patients around the world. This impact drives us to continue to work together to deliver innovative results. We love to share, read and hear about the patients whose quality of life has been restored by our products, and about surgeons who can better serve their patients because of what we do. These powerful stories inspire us.
2. We value our diverse strengths
We have a strengths-based talent philosophy. This helps us to ensure we understand, value and leverage the unique strengths of each of our employees. By valuing our unique differences, we’re stronger together.
3. We celebrate both team and individual successes
Employees tell us repeatedly that our recognition programs and informal acknowledgments inspire them and build loyalty, commitment and attachment to Stryker.
4. We support our employees from day one
Our total rewards offering varies by country but often includes bonuses; commissions; healthcare; insurance benefits; retirement programs; stock-based plans; paid time off plans; family and parenting leaves; tuition reimbursement and wellness programs.
5. We value diversity and inclusion
We understand that attracting and empowering a diverse team is critical for the success of our business, and we take steps to ensure that our workplace is inclusive. Our goal is to ensure each employee feels seen, heard and valued. Learn more about how our employee resource groups (ERGs) are embracing diversity.
6. We donate time, funds and products to support humanitarian missions
We’re committed to serving our communities and creating a healthy, diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where employees thrive. See how our corporate responsibility initiatives are helping Stryker grow better.
7. We encourage fun, friendship and camaraderie
Our employees know how to have fun. We enjoy spending time together and find many ways – both planned and spontaneous – to celebrate with each other. Want to know more? Check out our Instagram account.
8. We encourage everyone to join the conversation
We have nine ERGs that are available across the globe. These ERGs create a platform to exchange views on important issues, network and growth. Our ERGs amplify the voices of our employees and advance our culture of inclusion.
9. The health and well-being of our employees is important to us
We focus on results rather than hours worked and allow employees the freedom and flexibility to balance their work and their lives. We empower each of our businesses to maximize productivity and engagement by finding the mix of our four models of flexible work that fits their needs.
10. We care about each other and collaborate to win
We involve employees in the decision-making process and act on information and suggestions. Our employees brainstorm team goals together and see their ideas brought to life.
11. We keep our employees informed about company performance
We believe that all employees need to know how the business is performing. All of our leaders, from the CEO to line managers, share important information about our business and other news across the organization.
12. We want you to succeed
We care as much about what you can do as what you have done, helping you to discover, apply and develop your strengths and talents. We offer dynamic career opportunities that allow you to realize new experiences without changing employers.
Interested in joining our award-winning team?
Visit our career site to learn more and to view and apply for our current job openings.