Processing Supervisor

At MIMEDX, our purpose starts with helping humans heal. We are driven by discovering and developing regenerative biologics utilizing human placental tissue to provide breakthrough therapies addressing the unmet medical needs for patients across multiple areas of healthcare. Possessing a strong portfolio of industry leading advanced wound care & surgical products, we are committed to making a transformative impact on the lives of patients we serve globally. Will you join us on this journey? We are excited to add a Processing Supervisor to our QOR team! This role will be a hybrid position. The position will pay between $74,000- $100,000 based on previous relevant experience and educational credentials.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Oversee the tissue processing operation ensures achievement of daily production goals achieved while meeting all product quality and compliance requirements. Supervise team members and facilitate completion of weekly schedule and accurate batch documentation submission to Quality Assurance. Guide and mentor team members on continuous improvements and knowledge of CFR 1271 HCP/T regulations as well as cGMP regulations included in CFR 210, 211, and 600. Manage conflicts, provide leadership and development to team members, and conduct performance reviews. Ensure all processing operations activities and initiatives comply with Company's policies and procedures and all applicable regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee tissue processing operations and provide leadership and direct supervision to processing team members.
• Areas of responsibility are Wet, Dry, VI and Dish room processes as assigned by manager.

• Monitor work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and to meet daily production goals

• Work closely with the Training team to ensure team members are cross trained in all relevant areas to successfully do their jobs. Implement and oversee professional development of team members.
• Work with Engineering, Supply Chain and Quality to ensure product quality and production schedule attainment.
• Assist with the development and implementation of policies, procedures and standards and ensure everyone is fully trained

• Minimize safety incidents by proactively ensuring proper working and operations behaviors to eliminate potentially hazardous situations; complete incident/injury reports, as applicable

• Drive continuous improvement efforts in all areas of operations using key performance indicators such as processing yields, performance to plan, and overtime management to identify areas of opportunity; lead cross-functional process improvement teams

• Identify and implement Corrective Action/Preventive Actions (CAPA) and process non-conformances and complaint investigations related to processing areas
• Provide routine performance feedback to team members, manage performance issues, and conduct annual performance reviews

PROBLEM SOLVING:

• Problems and issues faced are vague, but may be recognizable based on past solutions
• Has autonomy to define solutions to non-routine problems within established operational policies and procedures

DECISION MAKING/SCOPE OF AUTHORITY:

• Ensures that work is performed consistently within the Companies Code of Conduct, and policies and procedures

SPAN OF CONTROL/COMPLEXITY:

• Typically supervises 20 or more support, production level employees (i.e. non-exempt) or entry level professionals. Heavily involved in day-to-day execution of results

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent work experience

• 3-5 years of cGMP experience in a production environment
• 2 years of leadership / supervisory experience

• Experience working with Quality Assurance in a cGMP regulated industry
• Prefer knowledge of tissue processing and CFR 1271 HCP/T regulations
• Understanding and application of lean manufacturing methodologies

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact with individuals at all levels throughout the organization
• Conflict management, resolution and ability to provide constructive feedback
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Ability to prioritize and respond with a sense of urgency to all inquiries and requests
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively; organized, flexible, and able to multi-task while maintaining a high level of efficiency and attention to detail
• Analytical and trouble shooting skills
• Leadership skills with the ability to lead others to achieve desired results
• Ability to make quick, sound decisions
• Must show aptitude to develop appropriate skills needed for the job

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work is typically performed in a controlled laboratory and/or office environment. Will have contact/exposure with biohazardous materials, chemicals, and blood and human tissue. Training will be conducted on the handling and safety practices necessary for the use and disposal of hazardous chemicals and potential biohazards.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to, or requirements for, this job at any time.