Quaility System and Standards 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 is important to our mission to deliver products that meet the highest global standards. As a Quality Systems and Standards leader, 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 the Quality Management System, uphold process 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.
QMS & Tech Proficiency – Experience with digital quality systems like TrackWise Digital or similar platforms.
Sets Clear Direction and Aligns Team and Others Around Common Objectives.
Coach and mentoring – enhance the skills of the QSS staff for GMP fluency and overall professional development.
Knowledge / Expertise in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Processes.
Experience in writing and editing technical documents.
Familiarity with risk management principles and tools, including FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) and risk assessment methodologies.
Exceptional Communicator – Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for audits, reporting, and cross-team collaboration.

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

Quality Systems Leadership The Quality Systems and Standards Manager (QSS) will be the Site Owner of the Quality Management System (QMS).
The Manager will be responsible for Systems, Standard Operating Procedures and Tools to be in place and in use as well as being properly maintained.
The Site QSS Manager is responsible for Continuous Improvement activities through participation in the Site Quality Council as well as administration of the Site Quality Road Map.
Be a leading advocate of the Quality Culture within the QA Function as well as the Site.
Promote the values of a Learning Organization.
Provide coaching/feedback to enhance the QA group and individuals’ professional performance and development
Serving as a strategic partner, Champion a culture of quality-first thinking, driving Quality Excellence across departments.
Quality Management System QMS Maintenance: Maintain the Site Quality Management System (QMS) in a state of compliance with all applicable Regulations.
QMS Governance: Administer Site QMS governance through management reviews to ensure its continuing suitability and effectiveness.
Process Management: Develop and use effective monitoring and controls for key QMS processes. (ie: Deviations, Change Control; CAPAs)
Metrics: Through Key Quality Performance Indicator (KPI) Dashboard, monitor Site quality systems performance.
Data Integrity: Provide specific Site Wide data integrity (DI) awareness and training on an annual basis.
Complaint Management: Responsible for the management of customer complaint handling process for the site.
QMS Fit for Purpose: Monitor Internal and External Factors Impacting the Quality Management System (i.e. emerging regulations, innovations that might impact the Site QMS).
Stay current with evolving FDA, EU, and ICH regulations, ensuring company procedures remain aligned with global expectations.
Quality Council / Quality Plan / Validation Master Plan Quality Council Owner: Participate and manage the Site’s Quality Council as the process owner for Quality Planning and the QMS.
Quality Council Reviews: Drive actions as a result of the Quality Council metrics reviews of Key QMS processes.
Compliance Risk Management: Identify and communicate potential compliance gaps / risks to management. Develop and maintain the site Risk Register.
Site Quality Plan: Develop, oversee and monitor the Site Quality Plan/Roadmap. (Site Quality Leader is Accountable, QMS Manager is Responsible)
Validation Master Plan: Responsible for preparation and maintenance of the site Validation Master Plan in line with current requirements.
The VMP must be established and kept up to date by the site operations leader (e.g. head of manufacturing/technical services) and the responsible Quality Assurance Operations manager and Quality Control manager.
Standard Operating Procedures / Technical Quality Agreements SOP Maintenance: Oversee the governance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) sitewide.
SOP Governance: Ensure SOPs are reviewed on prescribed periodic basis. Monitor SOPs for relevance, completeness, and appropriate use.
Quality Agreements: Maintain Technical Quality Agreement (TQA) templates for use with customers and suppliers.

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.
Our company invests in your future. 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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