35 Stryker Interview Questions & Answers
Below is a list of our Stryker Ltd. interview questions. Click on any interview question to view our answer advice and answer examples. You may view 8 answer examples before our paywall loads. Afterwards, you'll be asked to upgrade to view the rest of our answers.
1. What can you tell me about our CEO?
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A worldwide and dynamic company at Stryker wants to ensure that any candidate they are considering has done their homework on the company ahead of their interview. Stryker's CEO, Kevin Lobo, has held the CEO title since 2012 and has held leadership positions with other large organizations across many industries. Their website has a great leadership section that allows you to get to know their entire board of directors and their leadership team. Make sure to take the time to research key leaders ahead of your interview and come prepared to talk about any that oversee the department you are being considered for.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 14th, 2024
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"It would be very exciting to come work for Stryker when under the leadership of an experienced individual like Kevin Lobo. His 8 years with Johnson & Johnson meshed into a natural role with Stryker and it's amazing the things that the company has contributed during his time as CEO since 2012. Growing revenue from $8 billion to over $15 billion in that timeframe and making a strong investment into research and development under his leadership make this opportunity so exciting for me."
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2. At Stryker, we value professional development and education. What is the last learning opportunity you have been able to participate in?
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Stryker prides itself as a company that invests in their people and puts a great deal of resources into the development of their staff. In posing this question, your interviewer is hoping to get the sense that you appreciate and take advantage of continuing your education in your career. As you discuss the last learning opportunity you had, be sure to discuss Stryker's 70/20/10 model of development that is designed around 70% of employee development coming from on-the-job training, 20% from shadowing others, and 10% from formal educational programs and content. As you answer, be sure to let your interviewer know that you appreciate the fact that Stryker takes education to the next step in providing classroom courses and CE credits for medical professionals in surgery.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 8th, 2024
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"In recent years, I've spent a lot of time learning and training in new data technologies and just recently had the opportunity to spend time with our data informatics team to learn more about data warehousing and machine learning in hopes of finding some practical applications for our engineering processes. I really appreciate these face-to-face training opportunities cross-functionally and understand they are an important part of how Stryker grows and develops their team. I look forward to continue learning and growing in the future here."
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 8th, 2024
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3. Here at Stryker, we have a supply chain transparency program that ensures we are sourcing gold, tungsten, and tin from socially responsible sources. What do you know about this program and is it important to you?
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Many of Stryker's technologies utilize what are considered 3TG conflict minerals and these include tin, tungsten, tantalum, and gold. Because these minerals are often sourced from the Democratic Republic of Congo and other conflict-ridden countries, Stryker has come up with a very strict and well-defined ethics policy on how these minerals are sourced from suppliers that follow human rights principles, fair labor, and employment tactics and ensure the health and safety of their employees. Since this is such an important mindset at Stryker, your interviewer wants to hear that you are familiar with their supply chain ethics policy and that you understand why it is in place. Make sure to do a bit of reading on this policy on their website before your interview.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 8th, 2024
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"Ensuring that suppliers follow environmental and social constraints is very important nowadays, given the fragile status of things in the world today and I really respect that Stryker takes a very firm stance in ensuring that materials they use come from places that treat workers fairly and justly. Along that same line, ensuring that supplier diversity is reflective of a company is important and I got the strong sense today that Stryker takes this seriously as well. I would be very comfortable in this work environment knowing that every material and effort towards putting world-class medical technologies out to the market was done in a humane way."
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4. We give back to the greater good by sponsoring Operation Smiles, a program that offers free surgeries for children and medical education around the globe through medical missions. Have you had the chance to give back through your work?
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In 2021, Stryker launched their Impact program, a global volunteer and giving platform that supports causes that employees are passionate about. Through the program, the company matches employee donations dollar for dollar. One such program that has taken off is their Operation Smile campaign, which provides surgical and medical care for children with cleft and other conditions in low-income countries. Since giving back is such an important way of life there, your interviewer is hoping to hear that you do your part in giving back to individuals or communities through your work.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 8th, 2024
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"First and foremost, I had the time to read about your amazing giving back efforts in your Operation Smile program and the DE&I strategies that Stryker is putting in place. These are efforts I would be proud to be a part of in the future. In recent years, I've helped lead local clothing drives and tutoring in schools with my current employer. Nothing brings greater satisfaction to my heart than seeing these efforts bring smiles to the faces of less fortunate children and their families. I'm always happy to give back and help where I am able."
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 12th, 2024
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We filled throw blankets up with hygiene products, some for men some women plus food gift cards, and we rolled the blankets with ribbons and passed them out to the homeless. I would love to be able to be involved in such a great cause that reaches so many people that is truly amazing."
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5. In the medical device industry, there is a lot of industry jargon and lingo and many acronyms to learn to understand the business. What are some strategies you've used to acclimate quickly when you've started a new job in the past?
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As you are preparing to interview with Stryker, are you familiar with terms like AIM, SEM, and STEMI? While the Stryker team won't expect you to know what advanced imaging modalities, smart equipment management, and ST elevation myocardial infractions are, they will be hopeful that you will be able to learn the new language you will be speaking there with ease. As you answer this question, use real-life examples of times you had to learn new terms and phrases during your work in the past and focus on how you learned and retained information. Make sure to show excitement for the new world you will be entering at Stryker.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 15th, 2024
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"I appreciate this question as I've put some thought into this even before applying at Stryker because I know I will be coming into a new world here. In my time in the manufacturing sector, learning new terms and acronyms has become almost second nature to me. First and foremost, if I hear someone mention something that I am unsure of, I don't hesitate to ask questions about what they're talking about so I can fully understand. If I'm reading things in emails or in manuals, I don't hesitate to look something up online or ask a colleague. I have a great ability to catch on and retain new things quickly and look forward to getting the opportunity to do this here at Stryker."
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 12th, 2024
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6. At Stryker, we believe in quality first in all that we do. Do you have any formal training in quality initiatives and, if so, how have you applied them to your work?
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Be sure to familiarize yourself with Stryker's quality policy which can be found on their website. The company is well aware that today's challenging healthcare environment requires solutions that focus on quality, efficiency, and safety and the organization puts quality first in everything that they do. In asking this question, your interviewer is trying to get a feel for formal quality training and initiatives you had to follow in your past. Come prepared to discuss these things, while also highlighting your admiration for their focus on quality management systems and regulatory affairs in the medical devices and information industry.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 15th, 2024
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"Yes, I would come to Stryker with years of experience in quality assurance processes and many different formal trainings in quality. The top trainings that come to mind include regulatory compliance training I've had in the healthcare and food processing industries and quality control trainings on many different pieces of equipment. In today's R&D and manufacturing worlds, quality spans the entire spectrum of what a company develops and I want you to be assured that I would always have a focus on quality processes here as part of the Stryker team."
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7. At Stryker, our organization is highly matrixed with U.S. and global partners on our teams. How have you navigated this kind of environment in the past?
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With locations that span from North and South America to locations all over the world on almost every continent, coming to work at Stryker means the potential to partner and collaborate with colleagues from anywhere. Aside from the personal aspect of being able to work effectively with individuals, this question is a bit more pointed in asking how you have worked in an environment where departments and locations are a bit intertwined and not in a traditional top-down organizational model. If you've been in this type of environment, talk about how you communicated effectively and ensured that there were no gaps in keeping people informed. Since slower processes can be a downfall of this structure, make sure to highlight how you were sure to keep processes and information flowing quickly.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 12th, 2024
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"If you are familiar with my current organization, we have locations all over the world and I connect with and work closely with colleagues in China, India, and Australia regularly. While time constraints can be an issue at times, we make things work for us to progress in our work. I report to a manager who is in Canada, but also have a dotted line so to say to other leaders at my location. I always prioritize open communication on my work progress and asking the right questions of many individuals when I need assistance. I'd love to learn more about the reporting structure for this role and department at Stryker. Are you able to elaborate on that more?"
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8. Accountability is taken very seriously in all that we do here at Stryker. How do you ensure that you are accountable for your word in following through on what you say you will do?
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In doing what they say and saying what they do in all aspects of their business, accountability is one of the four primary core values at Stryker. Why this is so important is because the medical solutions they provide in products like their spinal surgery navigation tools and medical hardware devices provide a safe and effective outcome for patients in the end. Your interviewer will want to ensure that you will help live this value each and every day on the job there, so they pose this question during your interview. This is the time to discuss the importance of your word in your work and why it will be so vital to the work you will be doing for Stryker. Be sure to think about the job duties you will be performing and the people you will be working with to successfully answer this question.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 12th, 2024
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"Being accountable for my words and actions was a value my parents instilled in me from a young age and something I've been proud to carry with me through my education and career to this point. For the customers I work with, accountability comes in the form of my open and honest communications with them. I live by the philosophy of under-promise and over-deliver, where so many tend to overpromise and not be able to deliver. As part of this amazing team at Stryker, the customers I will be working with will always get the best details on products and pricing so they can make the best decisions possible. This will help build a foundation of trust and respect between us as we work together for years to come."
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9. Stryker is in continuous pursuit of acquiring new companies to merge with and we have completed many successful acquisitions in recent years. Have you been a part of a corporate merger or acquisition in the past? How did this impact your work?
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During Stryker's rich history, starting with Dr. Homer Stryker founding the company in 1936, the company has acquired many companies to broaden its product line and innovate the products that they are bringing to healthcare customers and patients around the world. Some of Stryker's acquisitions in recent years have included NOVADAQ, Mako Surgical Corp., and Boston Scientific's Neurovascular division. Knowing that acquisitions like this will likely continue into the future, your interviewer has a genuine curiosity about your prior experience working with companies that have been through merger or acquisition processes. Talk openly about any experiences with this that you have and how these changes impacted your work. In the end, make sure to show your excitement about coming to work for an industry giant like Stryker that is always looking to grow its business to the next level.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 12th, 2024
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"Yes, the company I've been a part of over the first 12 years of my career has done some acquiring of smaller companies and each new venture brings the opportunity to learn new things, work with more products, and bring new and exciting colleagues to our team. This is a sign that a company is growing to new heights and takes an open mindset from all involved. I've always been the person to welcome these new lines of products and people with open arms and an open mind and will continue to take that attitude as part of the Stryker team."
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 14th, 2024
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10. In the medical device industry, it is important our teams are cohesive so we can continue to drive excellence. Tell me about a time you gave feedback to a peer.
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Stryker's mission in medical technologies to make healthcare better is a true team effort. No matter what department you are interviewing to join, your interviewer will want to know that you are always open and willing to give feedback to your peers. Here, they ask you to give a direct example of a time you did just this. What they'll really be listening for as you answer is that you handled all communications regarding the feedback in a professional and constructive manner, while ensuring that the person you were giving feedback to was able to grow and learn from your thoughts.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 8th, 2024
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"I appreciate this question because I always take pride and responsibility in helping others in their work. Just a few weeks ago, I could see a colleague was lagging behind on important project work. I sat down with them for about 30 minutes to get a better gauge of their entire workload and it became pretty evident that some simple organization and time management techniques would help keep them on task much better. My approach was to give them some tips on what I do to prioritize my tasks and block time for things like managing the email inbox and working on project tasks. I never take the approach of demanding someone do things my way or a better way, but rather I explain some ways of doing things and let them decide if they want to adopt new ways of doing things. My colleague was very appreciative and I'm confident that my colleagues here at Stryker would always be welcome to this approach from me."
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11. What questions do you have for me about this opportunity or Stryker as a whole?
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An interview is a two-way street where Stryker will be spending the majority of the time asking questions to ensure you are the right candidate for them. But equally important to your interviewer is for you to walk away with all of your questions answered about the job and company. Near the end of your interview, your interviewer will open it up to questions for you. Make sure to come prepared ahead of time with questions ready to ask and a lot of them may be answered throughout the interview. As long as you don't cross any moral lines, anything goes if your interviewer asks this question. If you're looking for questions that could impress your interviewer, you could ask about how the job you are being considered for will connect with staff in over 75 countries or how Stryker's quality strategy plays into the job you are interviewing for.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 14th, 2024
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"Thanks, I really appreciate you asking this! You and your team have done an amazing job today of educating me so much on the role itself and its greater impact on Stryker's bottom line. Since I'm a people person in my work, I'd love to know more about the key people I would be collaborating with interdepartmentally on a regular basis and what their personality styles are. I also really want to reiterate to you that I'm not under any specific timeframes for a job decision, but would love to know what your timelines are for next steps in your interview and offer process. Are you able to elaborate on that for me?"
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 14th, 2024
12. How will you earn the trust of your coworkers and managers?
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If you take just a moment of time to think about this, two of Stryker's core values (integrity and accountability) are really built on trust. Having integrity and doing what's right at all times helps build trusting relationships. Being accountable for your words and actions further cements them. Your interviewer needs to know that you will be able to live these values each day as part of the Stryker team, so they pose questions in hopes that you'll discuss how you actually go about building trust. Some great things you can highlight as you answer are your solid communication skills, your honest approach to everything, and your ability to find a personal touch with all that you collaborate with.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 14th, 2024
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"Trust and respect in the workplace is something that I have always taken seriously and prided myself in. If I'm fortunate enough to be brought aboard the amazing team at Stryker, earning trust with my new colleagues will start with an open and honest approach in my communications and ensuring that I open myself up for my new colleagues to get to know my work style, my work ethic, and who I am as a person. From there, trust and respect are developed by sticking to my word and my commitments and communicating any hiccups I encounter along the way. If I notice things that are working for customers, I will share that with the team so we can all find success. Last, I'm a believer in a true team effort and recognizing individuals for a job well done."
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13. How would you handle an angry Stryker customer in this role?
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Working with some of the largest medical centers in the world all the way down to small community hospitals and clinics puts the staff at Stryker in contact with many different personalities from the physicians, administrators, and frontline care staff they call on. If you are being considered for a direct customer-facing role there, your interviewer will want to get the sense that you can handle any difficult situation with a customer with ease. This is a great time to reflect upon any time you successfully navigated an irate customer situation in the past. Some things that would be good to discuss here are your ability to stay calm, ensure you listen to the customer with an open ear, and then act swiftly to make the situation better. If you can, try to focus your answer on the specific duties of the job you are interviewing for and what capacity you will be working alongside customers of Stryker.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 14th, 2024
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"From what you and your team have had to say today, this role will be working closely on surgical equipment in the field and that would mean being face-to-face with surgeons and operating room staff. Some of my calls could be for equipment that isn't functioning properly and some customers could likely be mad about potential downtime. In situations like this in the past, I've proven my ability to listen intently to what the customers' concerns are and assure them of the timeline for things to be up and running. I have always found that by ensuring people are heard and giving expectations often diffuses negative situations. From there, I use my resources and tools to get to work quickly. I'm confident that this approach would work well as part of the Stryker team."
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 14th, 2024
14. Out of all the medical device companies to work for, why did you choose Stryker?
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Whether you would come to Stryker with years of experience in medical devices or if this is your dream industry to venture into, your interviewer needs to hear why you are committed to them versus their top competition in companies like Medtronic, Johnson & Johnson, and Siemens. This is where your homework on what differentiates Stryker from other top companies and what speaks most closely to your heart about Stryker will gain you bonus points in the end. A great place to start is with Stryker's amazing workplace culture which is founded on togetherness, encouragement, and support from the company. Additionally, Stryker's stronghold in the surgical realm makes it an ideal place for people looking to make a difference there.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 14th, 2024
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"Just a few months ago, I can honestly say that I wasn't actively seeking a new job opportunity until I met with a couple of your team members at a national convention. Over lunch and an informative lecture we attended together, we got to talking more and more about our work lives and it became evidently clear that Stryker takes care of their people and pushes them to be their best. They had nothing but the best to say about their work being purpose-driven in helping to provide care for more than 130 million patients around the world. In the days following the conference, I started exploring Stryker more and this opportunity to become an SME for clinical evaluations of frontline patient care equipment and helping to design future changes that can better patient outcomes is so exciting to me. Upon reading the job duties, I had my application submitted within an hour."
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15. How would your references describe you?
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As part of their hiring process post-interview, Stryker may choose to contact the professional references that you provided. Ensuring that a candidate is a great fit for both the job duties and the workplace culture is important to the team at Stryker, so they want to give you a leg up to discuss how your references will talk about your work ethic and values. Think about phrases and words that have been used to describe you in formal performance reviews and in discussions with your current and former colleagues. Make sure to connect how you would be described to fitting in well in Stryker's innovative and growth-encouraging culture, while also being able to step into the job on day one and find success.
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"I'm more than happy to provide my professional references at any time. They include my current director of six years, a former supervisor, and three of my current colleagues on my team. All are supportive of this potential career move for me. If you were to contact them, the first thing they would all highlight is my ability to be a cohesive, adaptable, and great teammate. I've proven my ability to show that the work of the greater team is more important than any individual effort. I'm so excited about the potential to join the Stryker team because I know it takes amazing team efforts to put out amazing surgical, orthopedic, and neurotechnology products that you do on a daily basis. The other point that I'm confident will come through from my references is that I'm highly motivated in my work and don't stick to the status quo when getting things done. One of Striker's core values is performance, and I hope I've made it clear today that I would come to this team ready to deliver from my first day on the job here."
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16. Do you see yourself as a leader? When have you led a team?
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By taking a quick look and read of Stryker's values of integrity, accountability, people, and performance, these are values that are embodied in any leader. No matter if you're being considered for a formal leadership role or not, your interviewer will still want to get the sense that you are comfortable leading others when the time calls for it in the work there. Perhaps the job you are being considered for will be collaborating with other departments on projects and you'll be expected to know and lead with your expertise. This is the time for you to discuss any times you have led others in your work and discuss how you can take the reins in a personable and professional manner. If you can, discuss why these skills will be valuable in the job you applied for at Stryker.
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"Yes, I do see myself as a natural leader coming to this team at Stryker. My current team really appreciates my ability to continuously seek improvements for the good of the team and my willingness to mentor people when they are in need. These are qualities I'm excited to bring to Stryker's trauma sales team. Right now, I'm the leader of my sales pod of six total reps. I'm responsible for monthly reporting, setting objectives for new products, and providing one on one coaching when needed. I really love these duties because it builds teamwork and camaraderie."
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17. How did you hear about this position?
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Stryker has a multitude of methods that they use to advertise their open jobs and highlight their career page. From their dynamic career site on their website to utilizing many of the larger online job search engines like Indeed and ZipRecruiter, your interviewer wants to get a feel for where their top candidate comes from. Outside of these channels, the company is also very keen on posting high-profile openings on their Instagram, Facebook, and X social media pages. This is also one last shot for your interviewer to hear if you were referenced by a current staff member. No matter how you answer, be open and honest about how you found the job and reiterate your excitement and thankfulness that you found it.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 15th, 2024
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"Since I had the opportunity to meet with a couple of your engineer and data scientists last year, I've been following the Stryker Careers Facebook page and waiting for an opportunity like this to arise. In that timeframe, I've come to know that this organization really pours its heart and soul into the well-being of employees by providing great ERGs that focus on diversity and inclusion and by granting many different training opportunities. As soon as I saw this opening there, I applied that evening and was so happy to get the call to come interview."
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18. We require all candidates to submit to a pre-employment drug screen. Will there be an issue passing the drug screen?
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On their careers blog, Stryker does an excellent job of outlining their entire recruitment process and timelines that every candidate can expect throughout the process. If you get to the point where you are offered the job there and sign your formal offer letter, one of the next steps that gets kicked off is a full background check process. Depending on the role you are being interviewed for and potential clearance with hospitals and clinics, the background check process can be thorough and include a pre-employement drug screen. Your interviewer makes you aware of this process to ensure that you will be willing to consent to all background and drug screening processes that Stryker has in place. Answer honestly and be sure to disclose anything that would appear on a background check at this point in the process.
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"No, there will be no issue at all and I'd be more than happy to submit to all pre-employment requirements at Stryker if I were to be offered this position. In my current job, I am required to have state and federal criminal background checks and submit to random drug screening. I am proud to be drug-free and part of a drug-free family."
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19. In the medical device industry, we are highly regulated by the FDA and other entities. What experience do you have working with regulatory bodies?
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The Food and Drug Administration regulates the sale and monitors the safety of all medical device products in the United States. Outside of the U.S., there are many other regulating bodies that Stryker has to comply with and work with collaboratively. Your interviewer curiously asks how your work in the past has been involved with governing and regulatory agencies to ensure that you would come to Stryker with the wherewithal to always be in compliance with the work you will be performing in this role. Discuss your experience working in this realm in detail and stress that you will take priority in learning all new regulatory policies and protocols in this role with Stryker.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 6th, 2024
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"Throughout my career in quality engineering, compliance within particular industry regulatory bodies was always a priority in my work. In my current job, the products we manufacture have to comply with both NHTSA and EPA regulations. From day one on that job seven years ago, I took the time to familiarize myself with how regulations impacted the design and production of many different parts and components that I was a part of. I continue to stay up to speed on new regulations to this day as well. If I were to join the team here at Stryker, the FDA and other healthcare governing agencies would be unfamiliar ground for me. I truly believe that my familiarity with organizations like the EPA will help me immensely in learning and complying with all regulations in this role."
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20. What interests you about coming to work in the medical devices field?
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In a highly competitive field, Stryker's core values of performance, accountability, and integrity enable them to compete, and even dominate, in their sectors. In asking this question, your interviewer is hoping to hear that you will come ready and willing to help live these values each day. To impress the Stryker team with your answer, make sure to highlight your passion for working in a highly competitive and continuously innovating field. If possible, also try to highlight how your past experiences will help you learn and master the work you'll be doing in the role you are being considered for.
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"As you can see from my resume, I've spent the last six years of my career in the insurance and retail industry. There, I have honed my skills in data engineering and have worked closely in scrum and agile frameworks. In looking to make my next career move, my last before retirement many years down the road, I want my work to make as big of an impact on people as possible and I can't think of a better place to do that than in the medical devices industry with a reputable company like Stryker. Every day, you are helping patients breathe better, have a safer hospital experience, and help them receive the best surgical treatments and outcomes. Being a part of this effort and helping it improve will always bring a smile to my face and give me a sense of purpose in my work."
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21. At Stryker, our medical devices can truly change people's lives. A patient may have a question or concern about one of our devices. How have you handled a difficult customer interaction in a previous position?
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The customers of Stryker are knowledgeable and dedicated medical professionals who work in community hospitals, large academic centers, and government-run VA centers. If you are being considered for a customer-facing role there, your interviewer will want to know that you can provide great service to the most difficult physicians and care providers who work with complicated medical instruments, healthcare applications, and other surgical supplies they make. This is the time to think back on the most difficult situation you ever had to handle with a customer or client. Come to your interviewer prepared to talk about how you used your communication and problem-solving skills to make the situation right. Take your answer a step further by explaining why this skill will be vital in the role you are being considered for at Stryker.
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"In this role with Stryker, I know my customers will be internal sales staff, product engineers, and eventual end users and I want you to know that I would always be open to constructive feedback and getting on the phone with anyone to discuss things further. With quality as my most prioritized job, I'm in a position now where I'm in continuous contact with our product design team. A few months ago, I had an engineer get very upset with my team because of a manufacturing process that we found to be harmful and defective. I wrote a work order to discontinue our production lines for the time being, and of course, this led to a loss of production. I took the time to clearly demonstrate what defect was being caused in a test session and he apologized right away for being out of line. What was important moving forward was coming up with a quick and effective solution and we got on that right away as a team."
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22. Here at Stryker, we firmly believe in an inclusive culture and we put a lot of effort into diversity and inclusion efforts. Are these things important to you? If so, why?
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With over 52,000 employees around the world whose products impact more than 150 million patients annually, Stryker remains committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts to ensure that they foster a culture where their workforce is strengthened. With great programs that promote the hiring of military veterans and the Stryker African Ancestry Network, your interviewer wants to hear that you will exemplify the same DE&I values if you emerge as their top candidate. Come to your interview ready to discuss why their inclusive culture speaks to you and all of your experiences working among a culturally diverse team.
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"The prospect of coming to work for a company like Stryker with an international presence in the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, Asia, and Europe is very exciting to me! As you can see from my resume, I've been working for an international company for the last six years and it has been an amazing experience working and collaborating with professionals from all over the world. The power of many different thought processes, mindsets, knowledge bases, and backgrounds coming together to do better things is what helps a business reach its full potential and I was so glad to read about the commitments that Stryker has made to these efforts. Your Operation Smile program takes this viewpoint the extra mile and is something I'd love to help with in the future."
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23. The technology in the medical device industry is changing rapidly. At Stryker, we are investing in new technology to help patients and our teams do their jobs more effectively. How do you keep up to speed with changing technology?
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In their rich history, Stryker has proven time and time again that they are at the forefront of medical advancements and they're committed to staying on top of new trends in technology. With advancements that span the range of spinal surgery, patient transportation, and implants, your interviewer needs to be assured that you will always be willing to stay on top of your game in your field. This is the time for you to discuss all of the ways that you keep yourself up to date on new innovations and technologies in your field, so be sure to take advantage of it. Make sure to talk about all of the continuing education you take part in, any societies/associations you belong to, and the reading you do to keep yourself up to speed.
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"This is a great question and I appreciate you asking! As an active member of both the CSCMP and the ASCM, I take advantage of as many learning and development opportunities as possible. As you can see from my resume, I'm currently CTSC certified through the ASCM and worked very hard for this certification. When it comes to keeping up with new technologies, attending the North American annual conference is great to meet new vendors in the field and see their products. Additionally, subscribing to SCM Now magazine and the CSCMP Hot Topics publication really helps too."
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24. At Stryker, we believe in finding the most efficient ways of doing things. How have you used technology to be more efficient?
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As a medical device manufacturer that is on the cutting edge of technological advancement, they expect all new staff they hire to do the same in their work. In posing this question, your interviewer wants to hear how you have put to use new technologies to help you in your work. With no right or wrong answer here, you want to demonstrate how you've thought outside the box and done your homework in the past to come up with new and efficient ways of doing things.
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"If I'm fortunate enough to join the Stryker team, I would bring a wealth of knowledge when it comes to tech in the clinical trials and research realm. In recent years, I've been part of a team that has put to use new software in the form of mobile health apps to gather as much patient information as possible and used in studies. I've also been a part of the RFP process to purchase wearable devices and sensors that patients can use to give real-time information to our data teams."
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25. At Stryker, our customers are our top focus and we strive to meet their needs with new and innovative products that help enhance their business. What are some things that you do that prove you are customer driven in your work?
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Given the high profile and impact that the physician and healthcare professional customers have, ensuring that you live Stryker's values of performance, accountability, and integrity in your work will be important for your interviewer to get a sense of. Think back to the times you provided excellent customer service in your work and come prepared to discuss your actions and mindset in providing this great service. As you respond, your interviewer will be keying in on your natural desire to serve and impress those impacted by your work. To take your answer the extra mile, make sure to show that you know how your potential role at Stryker will impact the customers you will be working with.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 6th, 2024
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"I was fortunate to have some very great mentors early in my career who displayed the importance of treating internal customers right and always taking a collaborative approach. The work in financial analysis can be demanding, and I imagine this is especially true here at Stryker where your team is a collaborative partner with many different department leaders. I ensure that I am always in communication with colleagues on timelines for my work to be completed and stick to my word to build trust and respect. I've worked with my fair share of demanding leaders and keeping a smile on my face and treating everyone with respect has worked effectively for me. I know that my work directly impacts budgets, inventory, and final products heading out the door and that's important in understanding the bigger picture of the work we do."
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26. At Stryker, many of our sales relationships are with large hospital organizations. In previous roles, how have you made connections with the right people in large hospital organizations?
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With products like their SurgiCount System and innovative joint replacements, Stryker works with many large hospitals around the world. Their customers include 60% of the US News & World Report's top 10 Honor Roll Hospitals. If you are being interviewed for a position that will be working face-to-face with high-profile customers, your interviewer will be looking to hear that you have some experience in this realm. While your resume can give them a good majority of the story of your experience, now is the time to discuss the relationships you have built throughout your career to this point. It's important to focus on the communications and service you provided to show how you will continue to do so as part of the Stryker team.
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"My work over the last six years in pharmaceuticals has included prospecting new hospitals and clinics in a very large territory and getting in front of the right people has always been the name of the game to lead to success. Department administrators and department chiefs are who I focus my time and efforts on. I start with a phone call to set up a 30-minute date and time that is convenient for them to talk about our products. I'm very thorough in requesting email addresses so I can send them materials to read ahead of our meeting. From my understanding, this role at Stryker will have contact with the surgical theater staff and administrators of some of the largest hospitals in the territory and I look forward to providing top-notch service and sales results in the years to come here."
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27. We value integrity in the workplace and foster an environment where our employees do what is right at all times, even when shortcuts may make life easier. Talk about a time when your integrity was challenged. How did you handle that situation?
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As you take time to research Stryker's mission and values before your interview, you'll quickly see that integrity is at the top of the list. With this value, the organization believes in always doing what's right and your interviewer needs to be assured that you will always work with integrity if you emerge as their top candidate. In asking you to discuss a time when acting with integrity and professionalism may have been difficult, be sure to put some thought into this question. Your example should clearly outline the entire situation and your thought processes and actions that led you to do what was right in a situation where it wasn't easy.
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"Acting with integrity in sales, especially here at Stryker with some of the most reputable healthcare organizations in the world, is of utmost importance and something I will always take great pride in! There have been times when sales managers have promoted bending the truth a bit about a new product to gain market share and new sales, and I simply won't do that with any of my customers. I take a very straightforward approach in talking about the features and benefits of my products, how they positively impact patients, and get straight into pricing and customer service to try and win new sales. The customers I have worked with throughout my career really appreciate this about me."
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28. At Stryker, we need outside-the-box thinkers to continue to innovate our company so we can stay competitive in the medical device industry. Tell me about a time you thought about something differently or proposed a new way of doing something.
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If you take the time to review Stryker's history of innovation in the medical field, it will become abundantly clear that they are committed to rethinking ways of doing things and helping to improve medical care for patients around the world. From their historic manufacturing of the wedge bed for patients with serious back injuries to their work today in robotic-arm assisted technology in surgery, Stryker will always strive to think outside-the-box and your interviewer needs to be convinced that you will do so as well as part of their team. In your example, show your ability to be creative in your thought process to come up with a solution that benefits the work that you do and the people the work impacts.
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"In sales, being flexible and forward-thinking is necessary to stay in the game in any tough market and I know this is true in medical devices and technologies. Back when social media was taking a foothold and becoming more popular, I was the first on my team at that time to start pushing a social media presence on channels like LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Large hospitals and individual providers were gaining presence on those sites and I came up with many creative ideas to get information and videos about products on those sites so key customers could do their homework and research them on their own. At that time, the feedback I received from customers was amazing. I want the Stryker team to know that I would always be a visionary when thinking about new and innovative ways to bring great products from your lines to the market."
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29. We've been voted a best place to work. What kind of work environment do you thrive in?
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In recent years, Stryker has fallen on Fortune's list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For list. According to Great Place to Work, 89% of Stryker's staff members recommend it is a great place to work because of the sense of pride they take in their jobs, the responsibility they take on, and the excellent service they deliver. The company itself also prides itself on work-life integration, growth opportunities from within, and empowering people to make big decisions. Knowing that it is such a strong part of who they are, your interviewer poses this question to get the sense that you will fit in well with the team and culture there. Make sure to think about the things that really speak to your heart that Stryker provides and come prepared to speak passionately about them.
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"When doing some reading about Stryker and the type of employer you are, it becomes abundantly clear that you value your staff with awards like on the top workplaces for parents, women, and millennials in recent years. As a woman and a parent, this really resonates with me. My job search has really made me think about what I want for the remainder of my career, and a big piece of that is new opportunities. I love that Stryker has a vision for seeing what a person is capable of versus what they have done. I feel like I have so much more to give in this field and I'd love the opportunity to do it here. I see this is the perfect environment for me to succeed and thrive in."
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30. In your job, what does delivering results mean to you and how have you shown your ability to do this in your work?
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Performance is one of Stryker's four core values and is defined simply as "we deliver." If you take a close look at their mission, which states "together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better," it becomes clear that Stryker is committed to delivering the best they can every day. To hear that you are a results-driven person, your interviewer wants to hear you elaborate on times when you put forth an amazing effort to achieve the best results possible and how this drives you in your work. To ensure your answer here is memorable, make sure to touch on what you feel will be key in driving results at Stryker.
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"Delivering results is something that I've always been driven by, and it started at a young age with my competitiveness in sports and academics. I found sales to be the ideal career for me because I like to win in the market and work harder than my competitors to win business. Stryker's trauma solutions are some of the best in the business, but competition is fierce. As part of your team, I want you to know that I take monthly, quarterly, and yearly sales goals very seriously and put in the time with customers to ensure I am meeting all quotas. On top of this, obtaining market dominance would always be my end goal here."
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31. When starting a new job, what are steps you've taken to develop a 30, 60, and 90-day plan for yourself?
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According to their career site, Stryker offers a robust corporate-wide onboarding program. On top of that, local locations also add to that orientation and initial training for staff. Putting the onus back on you, your interviewer wants to hear how you have planned your own goals for orientating to a new job in hopes that you have a similar type plan if you emerge as their top candidate. As you prepare for your interview with Stryker, you want to take the time to read once again through the job description and think of the important milestones and goals you will have for yourself as a new employee there.
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"It's certainly been a long time since I've joined a new company, but the important things to accomplish in the first three months on any job involve people, duties, and processes. If I were to join this amazing team at Stryker, goal one in the first 30 days would be to meet and greet with all internal and external players I will be collaborating with on a regular basis. Starting to build rapport and develop winning relationships is important to me and something I would prioritize in this role. From there, I hope to be up to speed on all things Stryker in my first two months on the job. By working with mentors and training with my new colleagues, seeing the big picture of our work would be important to me. Last, by the end of my first three months here, I would expect to be up and running on my own in my day-to-day duties. I think it takes time to get comfortable and my ability to learn, adapt, and retain information would be a big asset if I were to join this team."
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"¢ Develop initial territory business plan and understand current territory opportunities
"¢ Orientation- meet with other representatives and see cases and patient interaction throughout the country
"¢ Attend at least one cadaver lab for anatomy knowledge baseline"
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32. At Stryker, we believe in continuous feedback so we can all improve. When have you received constructive feedback?
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With Stryker's core values of integrity, performance, accountability, and people comes the fact that the company is consistently trying to improve and innovate in all that they do. Without this mindset, the organization wouldn't have been able to create life-altering products like its procedural oxygen mask and the LUCAS chest compression system. The company and its leaders are not hesitant to give constructive feedback to team members, so your interviewer needs to know that you have the right mindset to take feedback in a positive and productive manner. Think back to a time you were given direct feedback on improving your work, and come to your interview ready to discuss how you received the feedback and how it helped your work improve moving forward.
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"Early in my career out of college, I was very hesitant to speak up on a robust R&D team of seasoned professionals. I had several mentors have one-on-one conversations with me to help me boost my confidence and let me know that my education and limited experience would still be appreciated in the greater team effort. I found this feedback to be very inspiring and confidence building and didn't take anything that was said in a negative way. Throughout my career, I've come to realize that both giving and receiving feedback with my colleagues is important. My approach that I would bring to the Stryker team would to always be professional and respectful in the conversations."
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33. At Stryker, we work on a lot of cross-functional team projects. Tell me about a project team you've been on and explain your role.
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Across the multitude of medical specialty areas and product lines that Stryker manufactures and takes to the market, there are many departments and work units that must work together cohesively to provide cutting-edge products to the top hospitals around the world. Some examples of this include Stryker's sales team working alongside product design and engineering teams, as well as customer service teams working alongside finance, supply chain, and other departments. No matter what position you are being considered for there, your interviewer will want to hear that you are experienced and comfortable working among a cross-departmental project team. Come to your interview ready to discuss large projects you have been a part of in the past, focusing specifically on your communication and collaboration skills to use your area of expertise to further the effort.
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"As you are aware, I would come to the Stryker team as a very experienced field technician who has worked in large regional hospitals and small community clinics around this region. I work very closely with our sales team, our engineering team, and our office staff regularly. I never hesitate to pick up the phone to call someone when I have questions or need something taken care of for a client. Two years ago, I was asked to be part of a product rollout team for a robotic assist device in dermatologic surgery. Since I had spent a great deal of time training on the use and maintenance, my role on the team was ensuring we would be able to support an initial product release to the satisfaction of customers. I wasn't hesitant to speak my mind on a well-thought-out rollout plan that ensured support wasn't burdened. My colleagues on this team appreciated my insight because they wouldn't have thought of that big-picture mindset."
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34. Here at Stryker, our people are one of our four core values and we believe in growing talent from within. What are your ultimate career goals if hired for this position?
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As the question here indicates, people are one of the four core values that Stryker aims to live each day and the focus of their people is growing talent. If you are fortunate enough to join their amazing team, you can feel comfort in knowing that they are committed to investing in and growing their staff from within with programs like company-wide training opportunities, job-related technical training, and leadership development opportunities. With this question, your interviewer curiously wants to hear what your career goals are in hopes that you see coming to Stryker as a great long-term career move for you. There is no right or wrong answer to a question like this, but it's key to do your homework ahead of your interview and ensure that they have future opportunities that you would be interested in.
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"I really appreciate this question as it is something I have put a lot of thought into as I make my next career move. It is amazing to learn from your team about Stryker's commitment to educating and growing staff and helping them reach their full potential. This is truly an environment where I can see myself thriving. As I've spent recent years helping to mentor new hires in our department and starting management-related training, growing into a department manager role is something that I want to work for into the future. I am a very effective communicator and would come to Stryker with the ability to network with other leaders to keep pushing innovation in a positive direction."
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35. What is a work accomplishment you feel very proud about that you'd like to share?
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As one of the most reputable companies in the medical devices industry and a true innovator with game-changing products like ankle fusion systems and 3D modeling robotics for surgery, Stryker's history is riddled with big accomplishments. None of these innovations would be possible without their amazing team, so your interviewer wants to hear your sense of accomplishment by asking this question. Put some thought into what you consider to be your greatest accomplishment throughout your career. As you discuss it, make sure to focus on the work and effort you had to exert to achieve it and what the impact was on the greater good because of it.
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"Looking back over the last eight years of my career, I'd have to say that my biggest accomplishment has been landing the biggest customer that my company has to this day. While I've had many great sales accomplishments, the hard work and true team effort I led to earn this customer's business makes it such a big accomplishment. After being told no over the course of a couple years when meeting with their CEO and hospital administrator, I remained diligent in differentiating our product, service, and pricing. To do this, I had our marketing team put together customized materials for them and that process was exciting. I also got our sales and service manager in front of their key decision-makers. The day I received the call that they wanted to do business with us was one of the most satisfying days of my career. I hope to have many more like this as part of the Stryker team."
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