Inspection Assembly & Packaging Operations Manager

Site Name: UK - County Durham - Barnard Castle

Posted Date: Jun 1 2026

Closing Date: 15th June 2026 (COB)

Inspection Assembly & Packaging Operations Manager

You will lead inspection, assembly and packaging operations at a GSK site in the United Kingdom. You will manage day‑to‑day production, quality and safety while coaching your team to improve. You will work closely with quality, engineering and supply chain colleagues to deliver on‑time, compliant output. We value clear leadership, practical problem solving and a people‑first approach. This role offers visible growth, meaningful impact and a chance to help GSK unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

• Lead and coordinate inspection, assembly and packaging operations to meet safety, quality, schedule and cost targets.
• Develop and coach frontline leaders and operators to build capability and support career growth.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain site quality standards through clear processes and checks.
• Drive continuous improvement projects to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Support new product introductions and transfers by working with engineering, quality and supply chain teams.
• Own operational staffing plans, shift rostering and performance metrics reporting.

• Experience managing production or operations in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience in inspection, assembly or packaging operations.
• Proven experience leading teams, including coaching and performance management.
• Practical knowledge of quality and regulatory requirements relevant to manufacturing.
• Demonstrable track record of delivering continuous improvement or productivity projects.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across functions.

• Degree or vocational qualification in a technical or manufacturing discipline.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or medical device manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma or similar methodologies.
• Experience with shift‑based teams and complex rostering.
• Involvement in new product introductions, scale‑up or facility transfers.
• Familiarity with electronic batch records or manufacturing execution systems.

This is an on‑site role at Barnard Castle in the United Kingdom.

You are practical, calm under pressure and focused on developing people. You solve operational issues with a clear, structured approach. You communicate openly and build strong relationships. You act with integrity and put safety and quality first.

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.