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GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organization where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to impact the health of 2.5 billion people around the world in the next 10 years.

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.

GSK’s Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing Science And Technology (MSAT) organisation is accountable for leading the end to end technical aspects of all our medicines from Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) to packed drug product. The MSAT Device & Packaging team interfaces across GSK’s manufacturing sites, Contract Manufacturing Organisations (CMOs), R&D, Procurement, and Suppliers to deliver packaging platform standards, specification requirements, escalation and governance for medical devices and drug product primary packaging covering both small molecule and large molecule products.

In this role (Technical Packaging Lead/Specialist)

Reporting to the MSAT Technical Packaging Director, you will:

• Support the development and delivery of robust primary packaging component selection for GSK’s specialty NPI portfolio – with a focus, but not limited to, vials, stoppers, cartridges used for parenteral drug products.
• Provide subject matter expertise in the investigation and resolution of technical packaging issues escalated from our Supply Chain (where local support is unable to solve).
• Drive implementation and change strategies for the introduction of new parenteral primary pack components across GSK sites and CMOs
• Identify, develop and implement continuous improvement activities that provide primary pack cost, capacity and quality improvements.
• You will also be expected to work closely alongside and build working relationships with key business partners from a wide range of disciplines internally and externally to GSK.

About You:

This role would suit a self-motivated individual who has primary pack experience and of working in a complex manufacturing environment. You will be resilient and calm under pressure, able to manage multiple workloads, have good people and communication skills to help motivate and achieve objectives.

During the application process we will be evaluating technical competence, subject matter expertise and the applicants understanding of the complexities and importance of supporting production within a pharmaceutical manufacturing process.

Basic Qualifications & skills:

• BSc in Packaging, Scientific or Engineering disciplines

And or

• Relevant experience (preferably within a Biopharm/vaccine environment)

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience in glass, vial, cartridge and parenteral devices would be advantageous
• Previous experience in the packaging/medical device/materials industry

• Knowledge of external regulatory requirements (MHRA, FDA)
• Operational knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes associated with pre-filler syringes / auto injectors.
• Experience working in a cGMP aligned pharmaceutical environment, including managing change control

Location:

The MSAT organization is committed to performance with choice so flexible working is supported. This role will focus on Biopharma and therefore the intention is for this role to be located at one of GSKs sites that manufacture Biopharma drug product (Barnard Castle UK, Parma Italy, Philadelphia US), however all/any location will be considered / discussed as part of the interview process.

About GSK:

GSK is actively commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in all we do and is key to the delivery of our purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a science-led global healthcare company that researches and develops a broad range of innovative medicines and brands. Our products are used by millions of people around the world, helping them to do more, feel better and live longer. For more information on GSK please refer to our website:

Closing Date for Applications: 31st January 2023

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When applying for this role, please use the ‘cover letter’ of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application.

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If you would like to know more about the role, or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Andrew Smith ([email protected])

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to impact the health of 2.5 billion people around the world in the next 10 years.

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a workplace where everyone can feel a sense of belonging and thrive as set out in our Equal and Inclusive Treatment of Employees policy. We’re committed to being more proactive at all levels so that our workforce reflects the communities we work and hire in, and our GSK leadership reflects our GSK workforce.

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