Quality Assurance Operations Manager – (Bioscience)

Smithfield Foods•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

Step Into a High-Impact Role in Quality Assurance! Ready to make a real difference in the world of pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing? Smithfield BioScience, Inc. (SBC) is seeking a quality-driven professional for a full-time role reporting to the Senior Quality Assurance Manager —a position that sits at the heart of our mission to deliver products that meet the highest global standards. As the Quality Assurance Manager, you’ll be on the front lines of enforcing current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and safeguarding the integrity of our quality management systems. You won’t just be checking boxes—you’ll be shaping the standards that ensure our FDA-registered facility operates with unmatched precision and compliance. Your oversight will be critical to the manufacture of high-quality Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and medical device components, all in accordance with 21 CFR Parts 210/211, ICH Q7, ISO 22442, and EU regulatory guidelines. You’ll own system controls, uphold procedural excellence, and be a key driver of continuous improvement and operational readiness. If you're passionate about compliance, thrive in a fast-paced regulated environment, and are ready to lead with confidence—this is the opportunity for you.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in an engineering, chemistry, microbiology or other relevant technical field and 5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
Advanced experience in the API manufacturing is highly preferred.
Proven leadership or project management experience: Minimum 2 years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership is required, preferably in API pharmaceutical cGMP manufacturing.
Candidates with a Master’s Degree in a Science or Technical field from an accredited four-year college or university and 3+ years experience in pharmaceutical cGMP manufacturing will be considered qualified.
In-depth knowledge of relevant regulations and standards in the pharmaceutical industry (e.g., 21 CFR Part 210/211, ICH Q7, 21 CFR Part 11).
Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and their application in the pharmaceutical industry.
Experience in API manufacturing is strongly preferred.
Experience with digital QMS tools (e.g., TrackWise).
Strong understanding of data integrity principles (ALCOA+).
Strong communication skills, analytical thinking, critical thinking and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Knowledge / Expertise in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Processes.
Experience with Quality Management Systems
Understanding of manufacturing batch records and batch approval processes.
Coach and mentoring – enhance the skills of the QA staff and Production Operations for GMP fluency.
QMS & Tech Proficiency – Experience with digital quality systems like TrackWise Digital or similar platforms.
Exceptional Communicator – Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for audits, reporting, and cross-team collaboration.
Analytical Thinker – Brings logic, critical thinking, and data-driven decision-making to every challenge.

Nice To Haves

Certified Quality Manager (CQM), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), or Six Sigma Black Belt are advantageous
Bilingual communication in Mandarin and English

Responsibilities

Ensure all Site Quality Objectives are met and the Site remains in a state of compliance with all applicable regulations
In supplying Quality oversight – the WHY as well as the HOW Quality is applied - is central to the role.
Own the Stewardship of the Quality Culture within the QA Function as well as the Site.
Promote the values of a Learning Organization.
Oversee the review and approval of Manufacturing Batch Releases.
Control the final release of Products to the Customer.
Manage the oversight of Shop Floor Quality Assurance.
Maintain all aspects of GMPs in the manufacturing areas as well as warehouse operations.
Monitor all aspects of the Product Stability Program.
Maintain the facility in a constant state of readiness for FDA, EU, and other regulatory inspections.
Provide real-time quality oversight of the manufacturing processes
Administer review of batch production records and associated logs to ensure accuracy, data integrity (ALCOA+), and compliance
Verify raw material status (quarantine/approved) and ensure equipment calibration / PMs are current.
Verify that prescribed GMP training has taken place to qualify operations personnel for their tasks.
Administer the investigation process for all deviations or non-conformities.
Ensure that adequate event intake has been completed and the event is properly leveled.
Oversee and approve completed batch records.
Ensure all logs, batch records, training forms etc are organized and retrievable.
Maintain the master batch records – keeping them up to date with modifications that occur via change controls / capas / improvement projects.
Maintain activities associated with EM (air and water), coordinate / liase with QC Labs and Production to ensure all scheduled activities are kept.
Working with QC Labs , maintain all stability sampling, testing, and reporting.
Alert senior management in the event of any failures.
Troubleshoot production issues to maintain compliance.
PM/Calibration program oversight – process owner for Maintenance System (ie: Trackwise, Blue Mountain RAM)
Oversee Quality by Design – including new equipment purchases.
Oversee and Improve process automation capabilities.
Manage site capital Projects – developing business case/budget and overseeing implementation.
Improve product quality and efficiency via SPC and Lean Six Sigman processes.

Benefits

Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.
Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.
We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential.
Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs.
Our partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent.
We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.
Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner.

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