Life Unlimited. At Smith Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. The primary purpose of this position is to supervise the team responsible for disposition of materials and product, including product made on-site and product made by contract manufacturing organizations. 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. What will you be doing? Supervise the disposition team for materials and product manufactured on site in Columbia and product made by contract manufacturing organizations. Generate and maintain QA disposition schedule and daily maintenance of inventory levels to ensure coverage meets requirements for each product type. Perform and write investigations in relation to product and material NCs and CAPAs. Review investigations submitted by the contract manufacturing organization. Report Disposition team metrics to management. Generate and review document change controls for disposition procedures, product specifications, and material specifications when needed. Communicate with the contract manufacturer on process and document changes. Communicate and perform interdepartmental planning activities to ensure that requirements from other departments needed for disposition are being met in a timely manner. Execute plans for reducing time consuming processes or practices that delay disposition timelines to increase efficiency. Assist with the development of objectives, goals, and plans for individual growth of the disposition team members. Perform disposition activities as needed to support team goals and objectives. What will you need to be successful? Education: B.S .or B.A. degree in Life Sciences or other related scientific field required Experience: 5 years of experience working in quality roles with increasing responsibilities within a regulated biotechnology or pharmaceutical environment (GMP, GTP). 2 years of supervisory experience in a regulated environment Auditing experience preferred Workplace organization and performance improvement method experience a plus (5S, Lean Six Sigma, etc.) Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Strong working knowledge of Good Manufacturing or Tissue Practices (GMP, GTP). Strong written and verbal communication skills internally and externally. Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and time management skills. Strong Microsoft Office suite and computer application skills. Must be able to navigate Excel and Teams at a minimum to generate scheduling, planning, and metrics data. Excellent interpersonal skills internally and externally. Demonstrated problem solving and troubleshooting skills in relation to procedures, standards, and policies. Physical Demands: Must be able to sit for extended periods of time. Extended exposure to computer screens. Must be able to lift at least 25 lb boxes up to 40 lb boxes. Travel Requirements: Domestic - Up to 10% You. Unlimited We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. Inclusion, Diversity and Equity- We are committed to welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/ ). Other reasons why you will love it here! Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement Work/Life Balance: PTO, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500 annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more 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. Stay connected and receive alerts for jobs like this by joining our talent community. We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day. Check our Glassdoor page for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You. Unlimited., life, culture, and benefits at S N. Explore our new website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer. Smith Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential. From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith Nephew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude we work together to win. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited. 165 years of pioneering innovation requires a relentless focus on what’s next. We’re focused on you. You’re what’s next...Ready to take your career to the next level? Join our talent community for access to new job opportunities. Sign up now!