Smithfield Foods · 1 day ago
Associate Quality Assurance Manager - BioScience
Cincinnati, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expSmithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. They are seeking a dedicated Associate QA Manager to safeguard the quality and integrity of their FDA-registered facility and products, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks and enhancing quality management systems.
Food and BeverageHospitality
Responsibilities
Drive and enhance cGMP compliance by preparing, implementing, and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) aligned with evolving regulatory expectations
Stay ahead of current FDA, EU, and international regulatory trends to ensure ongoing facility and product compliance
Lead the preparation and dissemination of validation protocols and reports to support product and process qualification efforts
Maintain and monitor change control systems, ensuring timely and accurate updates to quality documentation and processes
Conduct routine quality checks during manufacturing to verify alignment with established specifications and standards
Assist in hosting and preparing for internal, supplier, customer, and regulatory audits
Participate in on-site quality audits and support customer correspondence as part of audit preparedness and follow-up
Monitor and safeguard quality assurance records, laboratory notebooks, worksheets, and production documentation to support traceability and audit readiness
Collaborate closely with QA, laboratory, and production leaders to drive compliance and resolve quality issues
Work cross-functionally on deviation investigations and take part in the review and approval of investigations, CAPAs, verifications/validations, and change controls
Contribute to the development of new laboratory methods and support laboratory investigations to continuously improve testing accuracy and reliability
Mentor and guide QA Associates, Specialists, and other team members on regulatory expectations, SOPs, and quality best practices
Develop and deliver tailored training programs to elevate quality standards across departments
Communicate effectively across teams to reinforce a culture of quality and regulatory excellence
Inspect finished products, packaging, and labeling for conformance before release and dispatch, ensuring every shipment meets the Company’s high standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in science or related field and 2+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required
Must have the ability to complete required applicable forms in English, which requires the ability to read and write in English
Must be highly organized and detail oriented
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment
Must be able to meet tight deadlines and work in a timely manner
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment
Preferred
Knowledge and understanding of quality management systems, quality assurance principles, statistical process control, preferred
Experience with quality systems such as deviation management, CAPAs, and change controls, preferred
Proficient in electronic quality management systems, document management systems and training management systems, such as TrackWise, Veeva Vault, or MasterControl
Experience in good record keeping / documentation practices
Excellent writing, interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
Knowledge of cGMP, including 21 CFR 210 and 211, ICH Q7. Preferred knowledge of EU guidelines and ISO 22442
Prior experience supporting regulatory inspections or audits
Benefits
Relocation Package Available
Company
Smithfield Foods
Smithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$454.11M2025-09-04Post Ipo Secondary· $454.11M
2025-01-28IPO
2013-05-29Acquired
Leadership Team
Shane Smith
President and Chief Executive Officer
Allyson Bouldon
Vice President, Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer
Recent News
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