Quality Assurance Associate (BioScience)

Smithfield Foods, Inc. • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

As part of our FS/QA team, you would conduct routine sanitation checks, ensuring that HAACP and USDA regulations are strictly enforced. Providing technical expertise to track product from start to finish and develop corrective actions when needed. You will be responsible for ensuring that we are able to safely deliver the best Smithfield Bioscience Heparin on sodium to customers and consumers. The Quality Assurance Associate position is one of enforcing current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and of ensuring the quality and integrity of the Company's products and quality systems.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in science or related field from an accredited college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Experience in good record keeping practices.
• Excellent writing, interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Knowledge of cGMP.
• Must be highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Must have the ability to complete required applicable forms in English, which requires the ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
• Candidate must be able to lift up to 50lb

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree, preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of quality management systems, quality assurance principles, SPC, and statistics, preferred.
• Experience with quality systems such as deviation management, CAPAs, and change controls.
• Knowledge of ICH Q7, ISO 22442, and EU guidelines.
• Prior experience supporting regulatory inspections or audits.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve manufacturing records, batch records, and associated documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with cGMP.
• Assist in the creation, revision, and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to maintain adherence to regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain and monitor document control systems to ensure timely and accurate updates to quality documents.
• Perform quality checks during manufacturing processes to ensure adherence to specifications and protocols.
• Collaborate with the Quality Control team to support laboratory investigations and testing as needed.
• Assist in preparation for regulatory inspections and audits, providing documentation and responses as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees