5 Development jobs in Portage

The **IS Director of Global Application Development, Digital Manufacturing** is responsible for overseeing the application implementation roadmap and the Information System project portfolio within their designated areas. This role entails managing the overall project and program delivery function, providing expert technical and personnel management, and leading the delivery of IS projects in close collaboration with all relevant IS functions and stakeholders.
Additionally, this position holds comprehensive responsibility for the planning and execution of Digital Manufacturing programs, including financial management, personnel oversight, and scope accountability. The role also involves partnering closely with the GQO business leadership team to ensure successful program outcomes.
Candidates are expected to showcase strong expertise and experience in SDLC, along with technical breadth and program leadership skills. They should be capable of defining solutions, leading implementations, and managing the rollout of multiple SaaS, ERP, and on-premises applications.
**Essential duties & responsibilities:**
+ Overall accountability and leadership for financials, people, scope and timeline for Digital Manufacturing
+ Overall responsibility for Digital Manufacturing end to end programs using our methodology/ SDLC framework and people
+ Close partnership with the Manufacturing business leadership team and divisional / GQO stakeholders to ensure alignment with business plans to meet the compliance and commercial deliverables of the program
+ Active collaboration with the various IS teams to build a matrix organization responsible for the planning, execution and support of the Digital Manufacturing program requirements within Stryker's IS systems
+ Deliver to technical expectations of sound design decisions, solution/architecture reviews, stable solution and drive baseline and final security scans across all deliverables/projects
+ Develop alignment and synergy between the IS strategy/roadmaps and the Digital Manufacturing program
+ Active participation on the Manufacturing Leadership Team including key input into the strategic direction and roadmaps within the application portfolio
+ Provide technical leadership and guidance across inter-related projects that comprise the overall Program. Direct and coordinate the various resources both within and outside of IS
+ Work with Project / Program Managers to create the project schedule and work plan. The Program Director ultimately has overall responsibility to deliver Digital Manufacturing initiatives on time and within budget.
+ Work with the IS program and project managers to also address project risks, issues and problems, and report program progress to management stakeholders on a recurring basis
+ Support recruiting and training of new program resources as needed. Recognize and reward talent when appropriate. Keep project teams energized and engaged
+ Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to influence product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry standards.
+ Provide expert guidance on manufacturing processes to the team, ensuring optimal use of technology to meet business objectives.
+ Maintain and enforce high standards in system implementation, ensuring the integrity of the core functionalities while accommodating necessary customizations.
+ Drive supplier management activities include selecting strategic vendors, building RFP, SOW, negotiate scope/staffing, drive milestones/deliverables; Actively manage Vendors and address issues and risks.
+ Utilize SAP Max services to safeguard the implementation of SAP systems, ensuring adherence to best practices and minimizing risks.
**Education and Special trainings:**
+ Bachelor's degree in IT/Computer Science, Engineering or the equivalent required
+ MBA/Master's degree (or equivalent) preferred
**Experience and Qualifications (required):**
+ 15+ years industry experience leading Design, Build, Test, Implement, Upgrade, Maintain enterprise systems required
+ 5+ years of people leadership experience required, preferably leading and developing globally located and culturally diverse teams of managers and individual contributors
+ Demonstrated professional experience in IS and/or other related business discipline is required
+ Extensive knowledge and expertise in End-to-End program Delivery, IT application implementation and portfolio management required
+ Proficiency in SAP ECC, MES Apriso, and other relevant technologies required
**Additional qualifications (preferred):**
+ 5+ years of experience managing IT Vendors onshore and offshore to deliver systems and services preferred
+ Strong knowledge of manufacturing and supply chain processes, as well as integration with global applications like PTC Windchill, Prisym 360, Ariba, and financial institutions preferred.
+ Experience with SAP MAX services preferred
+ Experience driving lean software development lifecycle using Agile, Dev/Ops model
+ Strong understanding of regulatory environment including FDA, ISO regulations preferred
+ Proven leader that can strategically and intellectually work to creatively shape, lead, and implement programs
+ Ability to understand systems, interrelationships and recommend enhancements, and building IS strategy
+ Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, analytical, change management and communication skills
+ Must possess excellent problem-solving, analytical and time management skills. They should have the ability to effectively juggle competing priorities while managing stakeholder expectations
+ Exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills to a diverse set of audiences
+ Executive presence
+ Ability to work effectively across functions and build successful relationships in global matrix organization
+ Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
+ Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
+ Ongoing maintenance of skills on the most important deployed applications
+ Awareness of current and future trends in the industry and competitors
$149,300 - $303,700 salary plus bonus eligible + generally eligible for short-term and long-term financial incentives + benefits? Actual minimum and maximum may vary based on location? Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.
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.
Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.

**What you will do**
As the Manager of Sage Business Development, you will be responsible for supporting inorganic strategy development and M&A activity for Sage, a business unit of the multi-billion dollar Medical Division of Stryker. You will prepare detailed financial, product and market assessments on specific merger and acquisition targets and other inorganic opportunities. Expect to work closely and coordinates activities with all departments, particularly finance, R&D, and marketing to create both financial models and PowerPoint presentations to explain and justify potential investment opportunities to senior Stryker leadership. Additional responsibilities will includes researching and reviewing industry trends (economic, governmental, demographic and technological), intellectual property, new products and technologies, strategic fit, high-level contract terms, competitive analysis, risk analysis and compliance within our corporate due diligence process.
This individual will also support the other members of the Medical Business Development team on ad hoc analysis, special projects, and reporting. Over the past decade, the Medical BD team has deployed ~$8B of invested capital across a variety of different M&A opportunities (acquisitions of companies, assets, intellectual property, new products and entry into new markets). This is a unique opportunity for top performers seeking a high-impact, high-visibility position and the ability to influence future direction. This role requires someone who is highly motivated and can effectively combine exceptional strategic thinking, superior communication, industry research, project management and quantitative skills. High-level responsibilities will initially include ownership of financial models, leading critical market and competitive analysis, early identification and segmentation of industry trends with a lens toward tangible BD activity recommendations, and due diligence support associated with mergers and acquisitions, licensing opportunities and distribution agreements.
+ Partner with senior management teams to the evaluate opportunities to expand our presence in core, adjacent, and new markets from initial concept to analysis to recommendation.
+ Prepare annual BD Strategic Plan; work with Business Unit and Functional stakeholders, particularly R&D and Marketing, to align inorganic strategy with global enterprise strategic planning framework
+ Conduct ongoing research across priority segments to maintain updated points of view on top assets/companies of interest, customer trends, and market influences to support BD activity
+ Lead transaction due diligence teams including Division-based business leaders (e.g. Sales, Marketing), functional leaders (e.g. Finance, HR), and outside experts (e.g. investment banks, consulting firms).
+ Work with BD Analyst and others to develop detailed valuation analyses including multi-scenario discounted cash flow models, merger models, LBOs, and various other financial impact analyses.
+ Create and maintain tracking and reporting of key industry events, transactions, and trends for Medical, internal databases
+ Partner with organization to own ongoing tracking and monitoring of all BD opportunities, relationships, and interactions in 'CRM' tool.
+ Drive regular competitive intelligence reporting and modeling for review by BU and Divisional leadership
+ Prudent management of budgeted expenses.
+ Perform with honesty, transparency, and integrity, instituting a highly responsive and unsurpassed level of customer service. Promote an environment emphasizing teamwork, empowerment, and problem resolution with a consultative approach.
**What you need**
**Required**
+ Bachelor's degree
+ 8 years of professional experience in related investment banking, management consulting, strategic marketing, corporate finance position(s), or relevant industry
+ Knowledge and experience in leading strategic research projects that drive tangible recommendations and outcomes
+ Superior analytical skills, specific experience with valuation modeling, strategic planning, intellectual property assessment, and market sizing and trend analyses
+ Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate (written and orally), present, and liaise with all levels of an organization, including senior management.
**Preferred**
+ Experience in business/corporate development or strategic marketing groups
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.
Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we'll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.
**IMPORTANT:** In order to be considered for this position, **a resume/CV must be uploaded and submitted during the application process.** Please make sure work history and education are added correctly.
**Job Summary**
We are seeking an **Senior Associate Scientist** for our **Bioanalytical Team** site located in **Mattawan, MI** .
The following are responsibilities related to the **Senior Associate Scientist** :
An Senior Associate Scientist in Laboratory Sciences is responsible for developing and validating methods to quantify chemical entities according to applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and/or GxP regulations. The individual in this role is proficient in the use of instrumentation and laboratory techniques and in the execution of method development and validation procedures. An Senior Associate Scientist is expected to work independently, participate in process improvement initiatives, and may function as a Principal Investigator or Study Director.
**Job Qualifications**
The following are minimum qualifications related to the Senior Associate Scientist position:
+ Bachelors degree (BA/BS) with 5-7 years of relevant working experience. Master's degree (MS) with 1-2 years of relevant work experience. Doctorate degree (PhD) with some relevant experience and CRO is preferred.
+ LCMS Experience Required
+ Proficient using laboratory software applications (i.e., LIMS and data acquisition software).
+ Working knowledge of GxPs and industry guidance documents.
+ Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, extended shifts and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.
+ Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
+ Ability to work under specific time constraints.
The pay range for this position is $70 - 75,000 k/year. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
**IMPORTANT: A resume is required to be considered for this position.** If you have not uploaded your resume in your candidate profile, please return to upload field and attach your resume/CV.
**About Safety Assessment**
Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market. Each year approximately 120 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities.
**About Charles River**
Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients' clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.
With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client's unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Kettering University Engineering Co-op, R&D - New Product Development
Who We Are
Stryker is seeking to hire an engineering co-op to support Orthopaedic Instrument's new product development team.
This role is onsite in Portage, MI.
Stryker Orthopaedic Instruments ( Stryker OI
Who We Want
+ **Motivated product launchers.** Engineers who bring strategic direction and drive for execution to ensure products are developed and launched with precision.
+ **Dedicated achievers.** Relentless about quality, people who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will passionately work to ensure a project and product satisfies customer needs and meets regulations and expectations.
+ **Curious learners.** Engineers who seek out practical methods and information to expand and enhance their ability.
+ **Collaborative partners.** People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, information, use cases, and industry analyses to develop best practices.
What You Will Do
The engineering co-op will aid in the design, development, modification, and evaluation of medical devices that support our robotic and computer assisted product lines. This role is focused on new product development engineering; you will work collaboratively with customers, quality, sourcing and advanced operations partners to perform customer research, technology research, design, test, and documenting electrical components, architectures, systems, and products.
**Primary Responsibilities:**
+ Assist with prototyping and bench testing.
+ Support problem solving, identify potential solutions, and evaluate them against requirements.
+ Under supervision, conduct research and studies to support product design.
+ Assist in interpreting customer needs and understanding design inputs.
+ Learn the product's intended use and clinical procedures.
+ With supervision, create or refine engineering documentation, such as the Design History file per company design control procedures.
+ Learn R&D procedures like design controls and risk management, per the Quality Management System.
+ Work cooperatively with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing and Project Management to ensure project success and contribute to the project as a team member.
**Electrical Engineering Majors:**
+ Support creation of embedded systems requirements/architecture for new products leading to engineering PCB assembly board-spins/bring-ups and finally to a finished product.
+ Through design process, will complete analysis for electromagnetic compliance (EMC), reliability, safety, cost, and design for manufacturing/assembly/test.
+ Work with multiple technologies including voltage regulators, mixed analog/digital circuits, embedded microcontrollers/microprocessors, FPGA's, motor controllers and sensors.
+ Occasionally debug hardware using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other hardware tools.
**Software Engineering/Computer Science Majors:**
+ Support development of procedures and scripts for requirements-based testing of medical devices in accordance with internal software development lifecycle requirements in compliance with FDA software development guidance.
+ Supports the research and design of machine learning frameworks and programs capable of adapting to the environment and data collected to produce intelligent outputs.
+ Supports the design and testing of system applications and user interfaces.
**Mechanical Engineering Majors:**
+ Under supervision, design, develop, modify, and verify mechanical components for medical devices.
+ Assist with prototyping and bench testing.
+ Support problem solving, root cause analysis, identify potential solutions, and evaluate them against requirements.
+ Under supervision, conduct research and studies to support product design.
What You Need
+ Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related at Kettering University
+ Cumulative 3.0 GPA or above; must be the case at the date of hire and also will be verified during background check
+ Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and not require employment-based sponsorship now or in the future
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
+ Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow
+ Proficient on basic computer programs: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
+ Strong interpersonal skills
+ Electrical Engineering majors: Basic knowledge in electrical engineering (e.g. circuit design and analysis, benchtop testing methods, debugging skills, technical writing skills, etc)
+ Software Engineering/Computer Science majors: Preferred knowledge in Matlab, C/C++/Phython, and interest in software testing
+ Mechanical Engineering majors: Basic knowledge in 3D modeling software programs
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company 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.
Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.