Smart Manufacturing & CI Graduate Program – Smart Manufacturing CI

Job Description

Smart Manufacturing & CI Graduate Program, Zebulon, US, 2027 | GSK

The Tone:
This is a two-year graduate program at GSK, located in Zebulon, NC. GSK is a global biopharma company dedicated to uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people. This program focuses on smart manufacturing and continuous improvement within the Global Supply Chain, directly contributing to the efficient and high-quality production of medicines and vaccines that reached 1.64 billion packs of medicines and 389 million vaccine doses in 2025. It offers tailored training and development to help early career professionals apply scientific, engineering, and digital knowledge to real manufacturing challenges.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Zebulon, NC
• Team: Global Supply Chain
• Mission: Transform pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and ensure efficient, high-quality delivery of medicines and vaccines to patients globally.
• Tech Stack: AI, PowerBI, robotics, digital solutions, artificial intelligence, lean methodologies, Six Sigma, Standard Work, 5S, Value Stream Mapping

What You’ll Actually Do
• Smart Manufacturing: Engage in innovative projects that leverage AI, data, and technology to transform manufacturing processes.
• Problem Solving: Lead impactful continuous improvement projects while developing expertise in lean methodologies and Six Sigma skills.
• Drive Innovation: Identify and implement initiatives to streamline processes using tools like Standard Work, 5S, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Business Excellence: Contribute to the deployment of GSK’s production system (GPS) strategy by supporting the implementation of lean standards in production environments.
• Empower Others: Train and coach employees and managers in applying continuous improvement techniques and tools across teams.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a scientific discipline (such as Engineering, Science, Technical, Biological Sciences) or a related field, with a focus on data management, digital technologies, change management, or project management; graduation date by August 2027.
• Experience: No significant previous professional work experience in the area of application; interest in innovation and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Skills: Technical Expertise (relevant degree, willingness to learn how work supports patients), Digital Curiosity (interest in using new technologies, digital and data analytics to solve problems), Collaborative Communication (solves problems with people and builds strong relationships), Accurate and Structured (works accurately using agreed checks, applies structured problem-solving methods, manages projects effectively).
• Bonus: Patient Focus (interest in pharmaceutical manufacturing, continuous improvement, and high-quality work), Adaptability (responds constructively when priorities change and seeks support or clarification when needed).