Process Operator

GSK plc; Zebulon (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

GSK plc in Zebulon, NC on-site manufacturing operator role requiring attention to detail and safety. You will operate and maintain production equipment, follow SOPs, complete batch records, and collaborate with technicians and supervisors to meet production specs.

The role offers hands-on skill development, cross-functional teamwork, and opportunities to grow within a global biopharma company. We value practical problem solving, data integrity, and adherence to GxP regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have the ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, clean, and maintain production equipment following standard operating procedures, safety rules, and batch documentation.
• Monitor equipment performance and product quality, and report or elevate issues that affect safety or output.
• Perform routine changeovers and start-of-batch activities to meet production specifications.
• Complete required production records and basic system entries accurately and on time.
• Support continuous improvement by suggesting practical fixes and participating in basic problem solving.
• Work with teammates and supervisors to troubleshoot minor production stoppages and hand off technical issues as needed.

Skills

Data Integrity

Detail-Oriented

Digital Fluency

GxP Regulations

Lean Management

Manufacturing Processes

Problem Solving

Production Management

Quality Compliance

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Business Introduction:

We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it’s vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply.

We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.

Position Summary:

You will operate and maintain manufacturing equipment to deliver high-quality products safely and reliably. You will follow standard procedures and batch documentation while working closely with technicians and supervisors. We value practical problem solving, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. This role offers clear career growth, hands‑on technical skill development, and the chance to contribute to a mission that unites science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

• Operate, clean, and maintain production equipment following standard operating procedures, safety rules, and batch documentation.
• Monitor equipment performance and product quality, and report or elevate issues that affect safety or output.
• Perform routine changeovers and start-of-batch activities to meet production specifications.
• Complete required production records and basic system entries accurately and on time.
• Support continuous improvement by suggesting practical fixes and participating in basic problem solving.
• Work with teammates and supervisors to troubleshoot minor production stoppages and hand off technical issues as needed.
• Operates, challenges, replenishes consumable supplies, cleans equipment, and all the duties needed by the business.
• Actively participates and owns monitoring equipment for excessive rejects / stoppages and utilizes performance data to escape any problems occurring in the area that affects product quality, safety and other aspects of line performance.
• Delivers against safety, quality, waste & performance objectives defined by strategy deployment and identifies and recommends areas for process improvement or alternative operating methods to increase efficiency.
• Recognized as an expert on operations /process and possesses the ability to troubleshoot and resolve minor equipment production stoppages. Operator possesses considerable knowledge of the job and is reliable and able to produce high quality and high quantity work.
• Works in coordination with other associates, assistants, and /or technicians to carry out daily job responsibilities, including recognizing and assisting with troubleshooting technical issues and providing information to the next supervisory level.
• Demonstrates the ability to describe the technological theory of operation, product flow through equipment, and able to identify the function and purpose of all sensors, limit switches, and proximity sensors.
• Demonstrates the ability to conduct equipment set up changeovers and start of batch activities to the designed specifications without start up issues.
• Ability to become certified on multiple technologies and flow to the work as needed by the business.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 + year of manufacturing or production experience.
• Must have the ability to lift 40 pounds.

Preferred Qualification:

• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments.
• Willingness to work site-based, including shift patterns and up to 12.5-hour shifts when required.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Comfort using computers for basic data entry and training systems.
• Experience with equipment set-up, changeovers, and routine operational checks.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to read gauges and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with human machine interfaces (HMI) or production data systems.
• Experience following technical documentation and maintaining inspection readiness.
• Exposure to continuous improvement tools such as 5S or standard work.

Working Arrangement:

This role is on-site in the United States. Hybrid or remote work is not available. Shift patterns will match site operational needs.

What you can expect:

You will join a team that values inclusion, safety and learning. Training and mentoring are available to help you develop new skills. If you enjoy hands‑on work, solving practical problems, and growing your technical know-how, we would like to hear from you.

Skills:

• Data Integrity
• Detail-Oriented
• Digital Fluency
• GxP Regulations
• Lean Management
• Manufacturing Processes
• Problem Solving
• Production Management
• Quality Compliance
• Regulatory Compliance
• Risk Awareness

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for people, shareholders and our people.

Accommodations:

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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.