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Rodney Overall

Walls,MS

Summary

Engineering manager with extensive experience in project management, quality control, and team leadership. Successfully managed custom medical instrument projects, contributing to substantial business growth and delivering exceptional customer service. Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate across functions to improve processes and ensure regulatory compliance. Skilled in strategic planning and agile methodologies, driving successful project outcomes through effective communication and problem-solving.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Engineering Development Manger

Smith & Nephew, Inc
Memphis, Tennessee
04.2021 - 12.2025
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project requirements were met.
  • Implemented quality control processes, enhancing product development.
  • Created a project design manual for the design and execution of custom medical instruments.
  • Led regular team meetings to ensure project progress and updates to customers.
  • Managed a group of engineers responsible for developing custom instruments for surgeon specific use to perform medical device implantations for S&N Knee, Hip, Trauma, and Sports Med products.
  • Responsible for projects providing business support to S&N franchises in excess of $250 million annually .
  • Provided world-class customer service to sales reps, surgeons, district/territory managers, and franchise leaders.
  • Responsible for the creation of a new prototype development shop, overseeing budget for facility, equipment, layout, and personnel.
  • Led a group of highly trained programmers and machinists supporting all franchise NPD initiatives via the prototype design shop.
  • Provided training and leadership, fostering team growth and productivity.
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Manager Express Instruments

Smith & Nephew, Inc
Memphis, Tennessee
04.2011 - 03.2021
  • Managed cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced waste.
  • Managed a group of engineers overseeing 200 projects, producing custom medical devices for surgeons.
  • Ensured project turnarounds within stated lead time goals to provide world-class customer service to the sales force and surgeons.
  • Led performance reviews and provided feedback to enhance team productivity.
  • Conducted audits to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
  • Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
  • Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.

Sr. Project Leader

Smith & Nephew, Inc
Memphis, Tennessee
04.2008 - 03.2011
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and objectives.
  • Developed project plans to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and resolve issues collaboratively.
  • Conducted research with stakeholders to gather data for informed decision-making during projects.
  • Provided guidance to team members throughout the development process to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Acted as a mentor for junior staff members by providing training opportunities and offering feedback on their work.
  • Enforced compliance with company policies and procedures when managing projects.

Team Leader

Smith & Nephew, Inc
Memphis, Tennessee
  • Facilitated effective communication among team members to enhance collaboration, efficiency, and maintain a positive work environment.
  • Assisted in training new team members on company policies and procedures.
  • Managed the daily production workflow to ensure productivity requirements were met, with adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Supported day-to-day planning functions for materials, semi-finished components, and warehouse inventory levels.
  • I planned my production line for 18 months in the absence of a buyer planner, including maintaining raw materials, components, and finished goods inventory.
  • Documented processes and maintained accurate records for team activities.
  • Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Tool And Die Technology

NWCC
Senatobia, MS
05-1987

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN

Some College (No Degree) - CNC Programming

SWCC
Memphis, TN

Skills

  • Project management
  • Quality control
  • Custom instrument design
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Process improvement
  • Team leadership
  • Customer service
  • Training and development
  • NPD Development & Prototyping

Affiliations

  • Passionate about grandkids, fishing, hunting, and some sports. Love the outdoors!

Accomplishments

  • 3 consecutive years of consistently exceeds performance evaluations
  • Honor of organizing and leading inaugural Veterans Day celebration for Smith & Nephew

Timeline

Sr. Engineering Development Manger

Smith & Nephew, Inc
04.2021 - 12.2025

Manager Express Instruments

Smith & Nephew, Inc
04.2011 - 03.2021

Sr. Project Leader

Smith & Nephew, Inc
04.2008 - 03.2011

Team Leader

Smith & Nephew, Inc

Associate of Applied Science - Tool And Die Technology

NWCC

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering

University of Memphis

Some College (No Degree) - CNC Programming

SWCC

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