Role Overview: The primary purpose of this position is to review, inspect, and disposition incoming raw materials for QA and processing of returned goods for QA. This position is critical in ensuring compliance with 21 CFR 1271 and the current Standards for Tissue Banking by the American Association of Tissue Banks. Responsibilities: Review, inspection, and disposition of all incoming raw materials for use in tissue product manufacturing. Processing, inspecting, and disposition of returned tissue products. Processing of document change control paperwork for material specifications. Scanning, filing, and archival of QA related documents Location: Columbia, Maryland Education: 2 - 4 year degree in Life Sciences or related science based field or relevant industry experience. Experience: 1 year of experience in a regulated biotechnology or pharmaceutical environment (GMP, GTP) required. 1 year of experience in performing material handling, inspection, and review at a regulated biotechnology or pharmaceutical company preferred. 1 year of experience in Quality Control or Quality Assurance performing material testing or documentation review at a regulated biotechnology or pharmaceutical company preferred. Competences: A basic understanding of Good Manufacturing or Tissue Practices (GMP, GTP) and Quality Systems. Ability to work independently in fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. Ability to maintain focus and prioritize appropriately within processes that may change direction quickly. Ability to pay continuous attention to detail, including documentation of procedural details when performing repetitive critical tasks. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills inside and outside of the home department. Good decision making and troubleshooting skills in relation to procedures, regulatory standards, and company policies. Physical Requirement: Must be able to lift and move boxes up to 50 lb. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Travel: < 5% Smith Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.