Continuous Improvement and Digital Expert (Quality Systems) – 18-month Fixed Term Contract (FTC[…]

Company: GSK
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Location: Barnard Castle
Job Description:

We are looking for a capable (Quality) Continuous Improvement professional to join a high-performing team of quality specialists at our Barnard Castle manufacturing site.

The Continuous Improvement and Data Expert (for Quality Systems) is responsible for process improvement and optimisation for the site’s relevant quality systems, with particular emphasis on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data and Digital tools. Working cross-functionally you will coordinate efforts to enhance quality systems, as well as integrate digital innovation initiatives and data governance frameworks. The role is technology savvy, supports the team’s artificial intelligence journey, and enables the use of digital tools, Power BI dashboards and metrics-driven insights to improve decision making, visibility and performance management.

In delivering continuous improvement you will coach and directly support the Quality Systems Team. The role works hands‑on with system owners and cross‑functional teams to understand current processes, identify compliance and performance risks, and deliver practical improvements to the effectiveness, efficiency and inspection readiness of the site’s Quality Management System (QMS).

The role supports all relevant quality systems on their continuous improvement journey by challenging and guiding on the execution of process flows, SIPOCs, FMEAs, metrics, governance routines and improvement plans, while helping teams resolve issues, remove barriers and embed sustainable ways of working.

Key Performance Areas

  • Deviations and CAPA
  • Change control, documentation
  • Training compliance
  • Data integrity
  • Digital quality systems
  • Inspection readiness (ensuring improvements align with GSK standards, regulatory expectations and site quality priorities)

This role is an important position within the site’s quality systems team. It ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, drives data integrity, and fosters a culture of quality excellence across the site.

Please Note: This secondment / Fixed Term Contract (FTC) is expected to last circa 18 months in duration. Please ensure you have spoken with your line manager to ensure they are supportive of your application (this includes a timely release from your current responsibilities should you be offered the Secondment).

About You

As a member of the site Quality team you will operate in a multi‑faceted way, liaising with a wide variety of on‑site production and operations teams. You must be a highly self‑motivated person with strong experience of working in continuous improvement (ideally from a regulatory or quality functions and/or manufacturing at a complex, highly‑regulated manufacturing site). Strong people skills (including a proven ability to influence people to achieve objectives and drive performance) are a pre‑requisite for the role.

Basic Qualifications

  • Degree in a relevant Scientific, Technical or Engineering discipline or strong equivalent experience (ideally gained working in a manufacturing facility from a highly‑regulated industry).
  • Knowledge / experience of utilising Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data and Digital tools to deliver Continuous Improvement initiatives.
  • Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) requirements.
  • Knowledge and application of Quality Management Systems (QMS).

Closing Date for Applications

Friday, 17th July 2026 (COB).

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.

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Posted: July 13th, 2026