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Alston & Bird

FDA Technical Consultant

Washington, DC · On-site +1

Prepare clients for inspections, provide inspection support (remote and on-site) * Provide technical support for remediation efforts in response to Form FDA 483s, Warning Letters, and other ...

ARxIUM INC

Quality Inspector

Buffalo Grove, IL · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Comply with applicable FDA regulations and ISO 13485 requirements. * Adhere to company Quality ... Creates inspection documents and maintains the incoming inspection room. * Verify that documents ...

Alston

FDA Technical Consultant

Washington, DC · On-site +1

Prepare clients for inspections, provide inspection support (remote and on-site) * Provide technical support for remediation efforts in response to Form FDA 483s, Warning Letters, and other ...

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As of Jun 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for fda inspector in the United States is $54,939.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An FDA Inspector is responsible for ensuring that companies comply with federal regulations related to food, drugs, medical devices, and other products overseen by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. They conduct inspections, review records, collect samples, and assess manufacturing practices to ensure public health and safety. Inspectors may also investigate complaints, issue compliance notices, and recommend enforcement actions if violations are found.

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To thrive as an FDA Inspector, you need a solid background in science or public health, attention to detail, and thorough knowledge of regulatory standards, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with inspection protocols, laboratory testing equipment, and digital reporting systems is commonly required, along with potential USDA or FDA certifications. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and integrity are important soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure accurate inspections, compliance with safety regulations, and clear reporting essential to public health and organizational accountability.

What types of facilities or products do FDA Inspectors typically review, and what does a typical inspection process involve?

FDA Inspectors routinely examine a variety of facilities, such as food processing plants, pharmaceutical manufacturers, medical device companies, and cosmetic production sites, to ensure compliance with federal safety and quality regulations. A typical inspection involves reviewing operational procedures, examining production environments, sampling products, and interviewing staff to identify potential violations or risks. Inspectors often work onsite, sometimes with travel required to cover multiple locations within their region, and collaborate closely with facility management to explain findings and recommend corrective actions. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on public health and provides clear advancement pathways into specialized inspection or supervisory roles within regulatory agencies.
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Subcontractor - Senior OTC Compliance Auditor (Great opportunity for former FDA Inspectors)

Subcontractor - Senior OTC Compliance Auditor (Great opportunity for former FDA Inspectors)

SGS

Remote

Full-time

Posted 18 hours ago

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Company Description
We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced Subcontractor - Senior OTC Compliance Auditor with a background as a former FDA Investigator/Inspector. This short-term assignment (May-August 2026) requires expertise in OTC drug manufacturing, cGMP compliance, and FDA inspection methodology.
As a subcontractor, you will support audits, inspection readiness activities, and compliance reviews for clients in the OTC pharmaceutical industry.
Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct cGMP compliance audits of OTC drug manufacturing, packaging, labeling, and laboratory operations.
  • Apply FDA inspection methodology to identify compliance gaps, risks, and deficiencies.
  • Prepare detailed, professional audit reports outlining observations and recommended corrective actions.
  • Support clients with mock FDA inspections, inspection readiness activities, and compliance remediation.
  • Review quality systems, SOPs, batch records, data integrity controls, and laboratory practices.
  • Represent the organization professionally during international client engagements.
  • Manage scheduling, travel, and deliverables independently as an external contractor

Qualifications
  • Former FDA Investigator/Inspector (required).
  • 3-5 years of auditing experience within OTC or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
  • Strong understanding of cGMP requirements, OTC monograph expectations, and FDA enforcement practices.
  • Proven ability to conduct independent, high-level audits and articulate findings clearly.
  • Excellent communication and technical writing skills.

Travel
  • Must be willing and able to travel internationally, outside of North America, for the duration of the contract.

Interested?
If you're a former FDA inspector with OTC auditing experience and open to a global contract assignment from May-August 2026, we'd like to connect.
Additional Information
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.
Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada

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