Device & Packaging Technologist for NPI & Validation

GSK; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GSK is seeking a Device and Packaging Technologist (MSAT) for the Barnard Castle site on a 12-month FTC. You will deliver technical support across device assembly and packaging, support NPI, change control, investigations, and continuous improvement, ensuring compliant, robust packaging solutions throughout the product lifecycle.

Work involves collaborating with site teams, central technology functions and external suppliers, leading line trials, validation and readiness activities, and driving

Qualifications

• HNC with relevant industry experience or Degree-level qualification in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in technical manufacturing, covering device assembly and/or packaging in Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, Healthcare, or FMCG sectors.
• Proficient in the use of digital tools to communicate, report, and analyse technical and process data.
• Good understanding of Health, Safety & Environmental requirements.
• Working knowledge of supplier management and the external supply base.
• Competent understanding of validation methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line technical support for device assembly and packaging operations, including issue resolution, root cause analysis, and support to deviations, CAPAs, complaints, and audits.
• Support New Product Introduction, technical transfer, and change control activities, ensuring compliant and robust implementation for devices and packaging.
• Act as a technical interface between site teams, central device and packaging technology functions, and external suppliers.
• Lead and support line trials, validation, qualification, and process/equipment readiness in line with GMP and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in process capability, efficiency, Cost of Goods, and Cost of Waste across device and packaging operations.
• Ensure effective specification, documentation, and lifecycle management of device components and packaging materials, maintaining full compliance and inspection readiness.

Skills

Device assembly

Packaging

Technical problem solving

Quality systems

GxP compliance

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

HNC or Degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

GSK is seeking a Device and Packaging Technologist (MSAT) for the Barnard Castle site on a 12-month FTC. You will deliver technical support across device assembly and packaging, support NPI, change control, investigations, and continuous improvement, ensuring compliant, robust packaging solutions throughout the product lifecycle.

Work involves collaborating with site teams, central technology functions and external suppliers, leading line trials, validation and readiness activities, and driving