Project Manager

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

The Operations Project Manager will be responsible for successful project delivery at the Columbia site. In addition, to leading diverse multi-functional teams, this position will also prioritize continuous improvement project across the business.

What will you be doing?

• Lead multi-functional teams through projects of various magnitudes.

• Actively leads and develops a culture of continuous improvement in improving working environment and business systems at S+N.

• Aides in capturing and analyzing large amounts of sophisticated data to develop comprehensive cases.

• Asks questions and seeks clarification in order to deliver the best outcomes for S+N

• Aides in authoring of technical documents where applicable, such as, but not limited to change controls, risk assessments, validations, SOPs, etc.

• Lead risk assessments development and performs gap assessments in manufacturing, current and future processes.

• Provide support during new product transfers from new product development to manufacturing.

• Identify areas for improvement in manufacturing efficiencies and compliance.

• Assists with user needs documents to drive a solution-based approach to manufacturing and business transformation.

• Drive Kaizens, value streams, and other continuous improvement activities to identify additional efficiency improvements.

• Other duties as assigned.

What will you need to be successful?

• 5+ years of relevant manufacturing / process engineering experience in an FDA regulated controlled environment.

• Proficient in MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Proven ability to work in a professional, multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team as a group leader, facilitator, or participant.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Open collaborative style: ability to work both in a team environment and autonomously with minimal supervision or direction.

• Unfazed by ambiguity and comfortable in environments with shifting priorities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including solid interpersonal skills.

• Proven time management and organizational skills

• Proven ability to build relationships across organizational departments and reporting structures.

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- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/ ).

• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, 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

• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)

• 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.

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