Associate Quality Assurance Manager - BioScience

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**** A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us.
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**** THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:
*** The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.
* We are seeking a dedicated
** Associate QA Manager
** to join our team. In this pivotal role, you’ll be at the forefront of safeguarding the quality and integrity of our FDA-registered facility and the products we deliver.

This is more than just a compliance role—it's an opportunity to be a key driver in the continual improvement of our processes and a guardian of the trust our customers place in every product we produce.
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* WHAT YOU’LL DO:

*** The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
*** Quality Systems & Regulatory Compliance
*** 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.
** Audit & Inspection Readiness
*** 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.
** Cross-Functional Collaboration & Investigations
*** 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.
** Training, Leadership & Communication
*** 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.
** Product Integrity & Release
*** Inspect finished products, packaging, and labeling for conformance before release and dispatch, ensuring every shipment meets the Company’s high standards.
** Key Skills & Competencies
*** Meticulous attention to detail with a proactive approach to resolving quality challenges.
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and team collaboration.
* Proficiency with quality management systems (QMS) and electronic document control tools.
* Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities to support decision-making in a fast-paced environment.
* Adaptable team player with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining compliance.
** WHAT WE’RE SEEKING:
*** To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative…