Continuous Improvement (GPS) Practitioner

GSK; Eggleston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Eggleston is seeking a Continuous Improvement (GPS) Practitioner to influence quality, safety, and cost improvements. This role involves coaching site leaders and executing GPS deployments. The ideal candidate will have a Lean/Six Sigma certification and a record of successful operational enhancements. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual bonus, and programs for healthcare and pension. Join a team committed to sustainability and innovation in manufacturing.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus based on company performance

Healthcare and wellbeing programmes

Pension plan membership

Shares and savings programme

Qualifications

• Formal Lean/Six Sigma certification (Green Belt, Black Belt or higher).
• Proven track record delivering improvement initiatives in operational environments.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day deployment of the GPS.
• Coach site leaders to develop continuous improvement mindsets.
• Provide expert advice on GPS fundamentals.

Skills

Lean/Six Sigma certification

Coaching teams

Continuous improvement mindsets

Education

Degree in technical, science or engineering subject

Job description

The GPS team at GSK Barnard Castle is growing, offering an exciting opportunity to drive and influence continuous improvement across the organisation. We’re looking for a Continuous Improvement (GPS) Practitioner to help embed the Global Production System and deliver enhancements in quality, safety, service, cost, and innovation. In this role, reporting to the Site GPS Lead within Global Supply Chain, you’ll play a key part in day‑to‑day GPS deployment, coach site leaders and operators, and accelerate capability development across the site.

Responsibilities

• Support day‑to‑day deployment of the GPS and performance improvement activities at site; deliver according to the GPS implementation approach / roadmap agreed with the Site Director, Regional GPS lead and Site GPS lead.
• Support continuous capability development of self and others, developed by the GPS Core team.
• Actively role‑model GPS skills and behaviours.
• Support/ensure consistency of progress and deployment.
• Coach Site team leaders and operators to develop sustained continuous improvement mindsets and behaviours.
• Provide expert advice on the GPS basics to the Site based on an in‑depth understanding of GPS.

Key Qualifications

• Formal Lean/Six Sigma certification (Green Belt, Black Belt or higher).
• Proven track record delivering improvement initiatives in Manufacturing / Engineering / Quality / Supply Chain or similar operational environments.
• Demonstrable capability coaching teams and embedding continuous‑improvement behaviours.
• Ability to translate GPS (or equivalent CI) principles into day‑to‑day practice on site.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in a technical, science or engineering subject (or equivalent experience).
• Experience from highly regulated sectors or complex manufacturing environments.
• Experience in industries such as automotive, aerospace, or other high‑precision / manufacturing sectors.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Annual bonus based on company performance.
• Healthcare and wellbeing programmes.
• Pension plan membership.
• Shares and savings programme.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Adjustments and Accessibility

Please note, if you require adjustment to our process to demonstrate your strengths and capabilities, contact us at [e-mail].