Associate Manager, Quality Assurance

The J.M. Smucker Co.•Orrville, OH

23d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role ensures co-manufactured, co-packed, and repacked products meet FDA and JMS quality and food safety standards through effective oversight of external manufacturing facilities, personnel, and QA and operational programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree is required in Food Science or related scientific degree
Minimum 2-3 years of quality/food safety experience in food manufacturing environment
Solid working knowledge of quality assurance, food manufacturing, food safety, processing, packaging, and distribution
Strong ability to work in cross-functional & team-oriented environment with multiple disciplines
Proven capabilities in project management
Self-starter; take charge, positive & proactive attitude
Ability to lead several projects altogether and concurrently
Detail & process oriented with strong problem-solving skillsets
Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); other systems desired (ETQ, Prodika, SharePoint, TraceGains, etc.)
Ability to communicate clearly within the organization and externally
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High emotional intelligence and ability to work with ever changing conditions

Nice To Haves

Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (human or animal food) or HACCP experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Support R&D teams during on-site production start-ups, trials, and commercialization activities to ensure quality and food safety expectations are met.
Maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation to support TraceGains requirements.
Manage and update Prodika specification systems to ensure product information remains accurate, complete, and aligned with business needs.
Partner with cross-functional teams to advance innovation, transformation projects, portfolio changes, and other strategic business initiatives.
Contribute to additional quality assurance projects and business priorities as needed.