Device & Packaging Technologist: NPI & Process Excellence

GlaxoSmithKline; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

GlaxoSmithKline is seeking a Device and Packaging Technologist (MSAT) for our Barnard Castle site on a 12-month FTC/secondment. You will provide technical support across device assembly and packaging, supporting NPI, change control, and continuous improvement within GMP and regulatory standards.

You will liaise with site teams and central technology groups, lead line trials, validation, and ensure robust, compliant packaging solutions throughout the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• HNC with relevant industry experience or Degree-level qualification in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in a technical manufacturing environment, covering device assembly and/or packaging in Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, Healthcare, or FMCG sectors.

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

CMC Strategy

Data-Driven Decision Making

Data Integrity

Debate Moderation

Digital Fluency

GxP Regulations

Lean Management

Problem Solving

Process Optimization

Project Leadership

Risk Awareness

Scientific Writing

Technology Transfer

Education

Engineering/Science degree

Job description

GlaxoSmithKline is seeking a Device and Packaging Technologist (MSAT) for our Barnard Castle site on a 12-month FTC/secondment. You will provide technical support across device assembly and packaging, supporting NPI, change control, and continuous improvement within GMP and regulatory standards.

You will liaise with site teams and central technology groups, lead line trials, validation, and ensure robust, compliant packaging solutions throughout the product lifecycle.