Terra Smith

About Terra Smith

I lead complex, cross-functional work in the medical device industry, operating within highly regulated manufacturing environments where execution, quality, and alignment are critical.My background includes operations management, change leadership, and employee engagement, with a focus on driving results through structure, accountability, and clear communication. I partner closely with Quality, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance to translate strategy into actionable plans while maintaining compliance and operational discipline.I hold an MBA and am known for providing clarity in complex situations, setting clear expectations, and enabling teams to deliver outcomes efficiently and effectively.

Experience

1. Director Global Project Management

   Vantedge Medical

   Oct 2023 — Present · Minneapolis, MN, US

   Lead global, cross-functional programs supporting medical device manufacturing across multiple U.S. sites in highly regulated environments.Own execution of complex, high-visibility initiatives spanning Quality, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and FinanceServe as a central point of coordination for multi-site programs, ensuring alignment on scope, timelines, risk, and accountabilityPartner closely with Quality teams on customer-facing issues including CAPAs, SCARs, NCRs, and remediation plansSupport OEM customer engagement through structured governance, reporting, and executive-level reviewsTranslate strategic objectives into executable plans that balance speed, compliance, and operational realitiesEstablish clear operating cadence, escalation paths, and decision frameworks to improve execution consistency

Education

• University of Wisconsin-River Falls

  Bachelor’s Degree, Animal Sciences

  1996 — 2001

• University of Wisconsin-River Falls

  Bachelor’s Degree, Biology, General

  1996 — 2001

• Hamline University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General

  2015 — 2018