Utilities Technician Apprentice Program, US, January 2027

GSK; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Healthcare programs

Employee recognition

Training and development

Fully funded college education

Job summary

GSK is seeking a Utilities Technician apprentice at our Marietta biopharma site. This full‑time program starts January 2027 and combines on‑the‑job training with part‑time college study toward an Associate’s degree in Biotechnology or Engineering at a partner college.

You’ll work across departments, gaining tailored training while continuing your education. You'll rotate through manufacturing facilities, learn from in‑house experts, and complete a structured personal training plan over 3–4

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent by September 2026.
• GPA 2.8 (“B”) or above (4.0 scale).
• Algebra and Geometry or 2 units of math (GPA 2.8+).
• English (GPA 2.8+).
• Biology and Chemistry (GPA 2.8+).
• Must have less than 36 college credits.

Responsibilities

• Assist with complex manufacturing processes in a highly automated, regulated environment.
• Operate specialized, highly automated equipment to manufacture products.
• Monitor and support production processes and data using various instruments and control systems.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and repair RO skids, WFI stills, circulation pumps, ozone generators.
• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and repair steam generating boilers.
• Work in cross-functional teams to improve GMP equipment and processes.
• Ensure safety and compliance on site.
• Interact with third‑party contractors for onsite repairs and services.
• Conduct daily plant walkthrough checks to identify issues.
• Support expansion needs within the Utilities function.

Skills

Follow directions

Basic repairs

Problem diagnosis

OJT training

Documentation accuracy

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Learning mindset

Education

High School diploma

GPA 2.8

Algebra/Geometry

English proficiency

Biology & Chemistry

Less than 36 college credits

Job description

Join the GSK’s Utilities Technician Apprentice Program, US, 2026: Help us get ahead of disease together

GSK Apprenticeships are full-time entry level opportunities that offer high school graduates and first year college enrolled students (with less than 36 college credits) the opportunity to begin their career while studying towards their associate degree. This associate degree is fully funded by GSK. All apprenticeships are registered with the Department of Labor at each site, and apprentices receive a certificate of completion from the US Department of Labor upon their successful completion of their program.

Education required:

• High School diploma or equivalent diploma by September 2026
• High school GPA 2.8 (“B”) or above (4.0 scale)
• High school Algebra and Geometry or 2 units equivalent of academic math (GPA 2.8 or above in each case)
• High school English (GPA 2.8 or above)
• High school Biology and Chemistry (GPA 2.8 or above)
• Must have less than 36 college credits

Language requirement: Written and spoken fluency in English

Preferred requirements:

• Have studied AP Biology, or Chemistry
• Have studied more than 1 life science
• Have studied High School Physics
• Have studied High School Pre-Calculus
• Have studied engineering, technology, robotics, shop or STEM related courses at high school

Other requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age by January 1st, 2027
• Less than 2 years of related work experience since graduating from high school
• If offered a position the candidate must be willing to enroll, and meet entry requirements, with one of GSK’s partnering community colleges or technical institutions, in the preferred related instruction course.
• Must be able to commute on a daily basis to GSK worksite and related instruction facility, with a maximum commute time of 60 minutes one way.

Expected start date: January 2027

Application deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and this role will close once we have received enough applications. We recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Assessment Centre Date: November 2026

We are looking for highly motivated high school graduates with an interest in engineering who are looking to jump start their career in the biopharmaceutical industry. The apprenticeship program allows you to develop hands‑on technical skills in our manufacturing facilities while continuing your education.

Working at our biopharmaceutical manufacturing site, you will help to ensure we have the latest, safe, efficient, and reliable processes and equipment to deliver life‑saving medicines and vaccines to people in 90 % of the world’s countries. This role will enable you to develop your skills in an industry that’s making radical changes to the way it develops and manufactures products.

Ahead together with tailored training and career development

This entry-level, development opportunity offers you the chance to study towards nationally recognized qualifications while gaining hands‑on, paid on‑the‑job training. Our apprentices attend college part‑time studying theory elements of the apprenticeship while working at a GSK Biopharma Manufacturing facility.

Utilities Technician apprentices at Marietta will spend approx. 1 day per week studying towards an Associate’s degree in Biotechnology or Engineering at our partner community college. You will spend most of your week working in our manufacturing facilities, rotating through different departments, receiving tailored on‑the‑job training from our in‑house industry experts. Over the 3‑4 years of the apprenticeship you will have a personal training program to help you develop and progress.

What will you do?

As a Utilities Technician apprentice, you may get involved in the following activities:

• Assist with complex manufacturing processes in a highly automated, regulated environment – ensuring quality, safety and accuracy in all that we do.
• Operate our specialized, highly automated equipment to manufacture our products.
• Monitor and support production processes and data, utilizing various instruments and control systems.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and repair Reverse Osmosis Skids, WFI Stills, Circulation pumps, ozone generators, etc.
• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and make minor repairs to steam generating boilers.
• Work in cross‑functional teams to continuously improve the functionality of our GMP equipment and processes.
• Work in a compliant manner to ensure the safety of yourself, others and the protection of the site.
• Interact with third‑party contractors to provide guidance when conducting onsite repairs and providing services.
• Conduct daily plant walkthrough checks to ensure critical equipment is functioning properly and potential issues are identified.
• Engage with Construction Project personnel to support onsite expansion needs within the Utilities function.
• Support and drive continuous improvement objectives, participate in daily tier meetings, and coordinate with Group Lead to prepare for and discuss daily workload.
• Adopt a Safety First, Quality Always mindset.

What are we looking for?

• Ability to follow directions and complete daily assignments with minimal supervision
• Capability to handle basic repairs and maintenance tasks independently
• Execute more complex projects and diagnose problems working alongside more senior technician
• Develop utility skills through OJT, by executing assignments with more senior technician, and by completing formal GSK training
• Assure all documentation (logbooks, permits, work orders) is complete and accurate
• Stay current with all required GSK site, EHS, Regulatory and Global training
• Adhere to safety procedures, safe work practices, and standards
• Progression requirement of this role is to have the skills to progress in two years

What do we offer you?

• A competitive salary
• An annual bonus based on company performance
• Access to healthcare and well‑being programs, savings programs, time off and childcare support
• Employee recognition programs, which reward exceptional achievements
• On‑the‑job experience and formal and informal training and development, delivered through a mixture of coaching, mentoring and formal training programs
• Fully funded college education!

Let’s do this!

You’ll find hints, tips and guidance on our recruitment process on our website

Skills

Data Integrity, Detail‑Oriented, Digital Fluency, Emergency Response, Financial Acumen, GxP Regulations, Lean Management, Manufacturing Processes, Problem Solving, Production Management, Project Coordination, Quality Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Awareness, Site Operations

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 patients, shareholders and our people.

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