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BCForward

Quality Assurance Specialist I

Manassas, VA · On-site

$26 - $26.40/hr

Required: The ideal candidate will have experience in quality auditing within production and packaging and a proven ability to ensure compliance with SQF, HACCP, FQP, FDA, and cGMP standards

VB Spine

Sr. Quality Engineer

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$95 - $110/hr

Experience interacting with regulatory agencies (FDA, MoH, TUV, etc.) preferred * Formal investigation, root cause analysis, process improvement, and process-based auditing skills preferred * Ability ...

VB Spine, LLC

Sr. Quality Engineer

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$100 - $110/hr

Experience interacting with regulatory agencies and supporting audits (FDA, Notified Bodies, etc ... Professional certifications (CQE, Six Sigma, Lead Auditor, etc.) are highly desirable Why VB Spine ...

VB Spine

Sr. Quality Engineer

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

Experience interacting with regulatory agencies and supporting audits (FDA, Notified Bodies, etc ... Professional certifications (CQE, Six Sigma, Lead Auditor, etc.) are highly desirable Why VB Spine?

Acro Service Corp

Quality Control Technician

Manassas, VA · On-site

$26.40/hr

... auditing the products and processes at various points in the areas of production and packaging to ... FDA and cGMP standards for Quality Control, including continuous training. • Responsible for ...

Bausch + Lomb

Manager, Quality Assurance

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$108K - $162K/yr

... auditing, management review, supplier quality, incoming receiving/inspection, validation, and ... Minimum of 5 years in the FDA-regulated industry including at least 3 years in the pharmaceutical ...

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How much do fda auditor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for fda auditor in Virginia is $75,602.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $97,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an FDA auditor?

An FDA Auditor is responsible for inspecting facilities, processes, and documentation to ensure compliance with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations. They review manufacturing practices, quality control systems, and regulatory filings for industries such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and food production. FDA Auditors may work for the FDA or for companies preparing for FDA inspections. Their role helps ensure public safety by verifying that products meet legal and quality standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an FDA auditor?

To thrive as an FDA Auditor, you need a strong background in life sciences, regulatory compliance, and audit methodologies, usually supported by a relevant degree and professional certifications such as RAC or CQA. Familiarity with FDA regulations (such as 21 CFR), electronic quality management systems (eQMS), and audit management tools is essential. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and strong communication skills help auditors navigate complex regulatory settings and interact effectively with stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for ensuring companies meet rigorous FDA standards and maintain regulatory compliance.

What are the primary challenges FDA auditors face during compliance inspections?

FDA Auditors often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex and evolving regulatory guidelines, managing on-site audits in diverse environments, and reviewing extensive documentation under tight timeframes. They must adapt quickly to various industry settings, handle potentially uncooperative stakeholders, and maintain objectivity throughout their evaluations. Successfully overcoming these challenges requires resilience, up-to-date regulatory knowledge, and excellent people skills. These hurdles are a vital part of ensuring public health and safety by holding organizations to the highest standards of compliance.

How to become an FDA auditor?

To become an FDA auditor, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, chemistry, or pharmacy, along with experience in quality assurance or regulatory compliance. Professional certifications like Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or training in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are often required or preferred. Strong attention to detail, knowledge of FDA regulations, and auditing skills are essential for success in this role.

What do FDA auditors make?

FDA auditors typically earn a salary that ranges from $60,000 to $100,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and employer. They may also receive benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, and sometimes overtime pay, especially when conducting inspections or audits outside regular hours.

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Infographic showing various Fda Auditor job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,602 per year, or $36.3 per hour.

Food Quality Assurance Auditor

Mentor Technical Group

Quantico, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

New

Job description

About Company:

Mentor Technical Group (MTG) provides a comprehensive portfolio of technical support and solutions for the FDA-regulated industry. As a world leader in life science engineering and technical solutions, MTG has the knowledge and experience to ensure compliance with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device safety and efficacy guidelines. With offices in Caguas, Puerto Rico, and Boston and we serve life sciences clients in six global markets: United States, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Germany, Canada, and South America. 

About the Role:

The critical role of Food Quality Assurance Auditor will perform food quality, food safety, and physical safety audits as required per the requirements of the USMC contract.  This is an on-site position that will rotate among the military base dining facilities which include mess halls, kitchens, loading docks, bathroom facilities.  

Maintains close working relationship with the Mess Hall managers and subcontractors on all quality and safety issues. Maintains liaison with the Base Quality Assurance Evaluators (QAE) and other customer representatives on project performance and service matters. Performs several daily inspections and audits to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance. Assists the mess hall managers and subcontractors in maintaining a viable customer service program. Provides monthly in-service training to hourly employees at the base mess halls.

Basic Education Qualifications:

  • Legal Age:  18 Years Old
  • Education or Equivalent Experience:  BA/BS or In Hospitality, Food Science Technology, or related field
  • Supervisory/Managerial Experience: 2 years
  • Certification Requirements: ServSafe certified.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • The coordinator maintains a close working relationship with the Mess Hall managers and subcontractors on all quality and safety issues.
  • The coordinator will also provide mentoring/coaching/training assistance to mess hall management and employees as it relates to addressing areas of non-conformance, preparation for client and/or third-party audits, as well as meeting contractual requirements. 
  • Maintains liaison with the Base Quality Assurance Evaluators (QAE) and other customer representatives on project performance and service matters. 
  • Assists the mess hall managers and subcontractors in helping to drive continuous improvement in customer satisfaction and other areas as they relate to service to the client. 
  • Attention to detail in the areas explained in the audit guidance policies as well as an understanding of areas of compliance valued by the client is a must. 
  • The ability to discern between a food safety and/or food quality observation that affects the client and one that does not will be key to developing a good rapport/working relationship with mess hall management while ensuring contractual and regulatory requirements are being met. 
  • An understanding of the FDA Food Code and/or the Tri Service Food Code (TSFC) is needed. 

Typical Knowledge & Skills:

  • An understanding of the FDA Food Code 
  • HACCP
  • Safety Leadership and Investigation skills
  • Customer Service skills
  • Managing Multiple Priorities
  • Perform Technical Tasks
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Quality Control Protocol
  • Auditing & Reporting Skills

Basic Functional Experience:

  • 2 years of experience working 

Physical Qualifications: 

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job the employee is: 
    • Frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch and bend.
    • Regularly required to stand, walk for extended periods of time, and sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk, hear or smell and taste. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 
    • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Environment:

  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job the employee is exposed to working in: 
    • Kitchen environment among industrial appliances, machines. Dish machines, ovens etc. risk of slips and falls.
    • Outdoor weather conditions; risk of slips and falls. 
    • Regularly exposed to wet or hot/humid conditions [non-weather], working near moving parts. 
    • Steps, stairs and or ladders
    • High paced at times
    • The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate conditions.


Mentor Technical Group es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades y todos los solicitantes calificados recibirán consideración para el empleo sin importar raza, color, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad de género, información genética, origen nacional, estado de veterano protegido, estado de discapacidad o cualquier otro grupo protegido por ley.

Mentor Technical Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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