Site Name: UK - West Sussex - Worthing
Posted Date: Oct 15 2024
Electrical / Mechanical Packaging Engineer
Closing Date for Applications: 29th October (COB)
Shift Pattern: 24/7 (2 day 2 nights 4 off 12.25hr shifts on a 4 on 4 off rotation – Modified 24/7 no weekend night shifts)
The Engineering function at the GSK Worthing site is responsible for the provision of engineering expertise to support the manufacturing, automation and controls systems for all production operations at the site.
We are looking for a motivated Engineer to join the team as a full-time employee to support Orals Value Stream as part of the Engineer Trade team. The role provides engineering trade support within field of expertise (Ideally multi-skilled Electrical / Mechanical).
In this role you will:
* CORE: Receive and complete Merps generated maintenance works orders. Support production targets in meeting schedule. Uphold team behaviours and culture in-line with departmental code of conduct. Escalate issues to Lead Tradesman or Team Leader as appropriate in a timely manner.
* SAFETY: Develop Risk assessments and Method Statements for tasks before undertaking them. Work safely at all times, reporting any safety-issues to the team leader. Raise and investigate safety issues as appropriate. Comply with all site and departmental safety procedures and systems. Raise/Countersign permit to work as appropriate.
* COMPLIANCE: Comply with all GMP procedures and complete all GMP documentation accurately. Identify/report/correct any discrepancies on the Merps engineering database. Ensure equipment maintenance and repair is of the highest quality in-line with GSK and statutory requirements. Compliance with applicable GSK standards and procedures. Provide support for regulatory audits.
* CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: Identify and implement improvements to the installed equipment that would improve the Sites performance. Commission new installations. Inspect contractors work during installation and prior to handover.
* OTHER: Mentor apprentices. Audit engineering-controlled areas. Source and purchase spares for non-inventory items.
Qualifications & Skills:
We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:
* Relevant experience (ideally gained working in a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility).
* Knowledge of current GMP requirements within major pharmaceutical markets.
* Knowledge and application of the principles of the Quality Management Systems (QMS).
Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:
* Engineering qualification (eg; HNC/HND or equivalent in relevant discipline or Time served Engineering Apprenticeship).
* Electrical bias preferred but not mandatory.
About Worthing Manufacturing Site:
Manufacturing at the Worthing site is for antibiotics. It is advised that you take this into consideration when deciding to apply for this position.
Why GSK?
GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are open to all talent. In the US, we also adhere to Affirmative Action principles. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to neurodiversity, race/ethnicity, colour, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class*(*US only).
We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.
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