Operational Excellence Specialist (GPS Practitioner)

GSK•Zebulon, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

GSK manufactures and supplies reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive performance. Their network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024. The supply chain is vital to bringing innovations to patients quickly, efficiently, and effectively. Technology is transforming how medicines and vaccines are manufactured, increasing speed, quality, and scale of product supply. GSK seeks individuals to help make more complex products, harnessing smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions, and artificial intelligence. In this role, you will deploy and embed the GSK Production System (GPS) at a U.S. manufacturing site. You will partner with value stream leaders and frontline teams to translate site strategy into clear improvement plans. Your responsibilities include coaching people at all levels, leading structured problem solving, and using data to drive measurable gains in safety, quality, service, cost, and innovation. GSK values curiosity, practical coaching skills, and a steady focus on sustainable results. Joining this team offers an opportunity to grow as a continuous improvement leader and make a meaningful impact on patients by helping the site work safer and smarter.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, business, or related technical field.
3+ years experience in manufacturing, operations, engineering, or a related technical environment.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent practical experience.
Experience leading or supporting continuous improvement projects.

Nice To Haves

Experience in regulated manufacturing environments or knowledge of good manufacturing practices.
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or advanced CI certification.
Experience designing and delivering training or coaching programs.
Proven ability to lead complex improvement projects and manage stakeholders.
Familiarity with simple digital tools for performance tracking (Power BI, Power Apps, or equivalent).
Experience in change management and building capability across teams.
Ability to apply structured problem-solving methods and use basic data tools (spreadsheets, simple dashboards).
Strong communication skills and experience working with cross-functional teams in a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

Deploy and sustain GPS standards and daily practices across assigned value streams.
Coach and train colleagues on GPS, lean tools, and structured problem solving at all levels.
Lead and facilitate improvement events such as Kaizen workshops, Accelerators, and DMAIC projects.
Translate site strategy and KPIs into prioritized continuous improvement plans and measurable actions.
Use data and simple digital trackers to monitor performance, identify gaps, and report progress.
Support change management and stakeholder alignment to ensure improvements stick.

Benefits

Commitment to inclusion
Focus on cultivating a positive work environment that cares for employees
Demonstrated opportunities for continued career growth driven by individual ambition
Leaders that care about their teams and growth of both individuals and the company
A priority focus on Safety and Quality
Clean and GMP compliant work environment
Onsite cafeteria
Onsite gym
Temperature-controlled climate
Licensed, onsite Health & Wellness clinic