Quality Oversight Specialist
Closing Date: 15th June 2026 (COB)
Position Summary
To ensure adherence to GMP standards and procedures through independent oversight of GMP processes. To improve the effectiveness of quality in preventing, identifying and addressing quality issues by encouraging proactive quality culture and continuous improvement. To maintain shift based presence and be accountable for key quality decision‑making or quality escalations. To provide first line support to operational areas (for example: rapid response to quality issues, provide guidance and coaching) and maintain inspection‑readiness through independent checks.
Responsibilities
* Ensure that all GMP processes and operational personnel adhere to current local or area specific procedures, minimising risk of non‑compliance and always maintaining inspection readiness.
* Maintain presence across area of responsibility and be the first line of contact to support initial management of quality issues and be accountable for key quality decision making across activities such as the initial impact assessment for deviations. Provide guidance during GMP activities to proactively detect potential quality issues through active observation in real‑time, allowing for timely interventions to prevent deviations and defects.
* Provide quality support for site management monitoring audits across GMP areas.
* Ensure adherence to frequency of oversight mandated in the Quality oversight schedule.
* Check that facilities are being maintained in a good state in line with local housekeeping standards and any deviation from the standards are escalated with associated actions addressed within a timely manner.
* Role model the GPS standards for example participating through tiered accountability meetings (for example, production change over meetings).
* Foster a Quality Starts With Me (QSWM) culture by providing coaching to employees on the importance of following procedures, doing the right thing and explaining the why and the impact non compliance can have on product quality and patient safety.
* Out of hours support for SLE process confirmation of non‑routine or high‑risk activities.
Qualifications
Basic Qualification
* Degree, HND/HNC or equivalent in a life science, chemistry, microbiology or related subject, or substantial practical laboratory experience.
* Experience of the pharmaceutical industry, excellent working knowledge of QMS / GMP and the related manufacturing aspects / experience in resolving cGMP issues.
* Strong influencing, communication and coaching skills. Ability to effectively contribute to Department project activities.
Preferred Qualification
* Familiarity with investigation tools and managing CAPA processes.
* Proven experience preparing for audits and inspections.
* Prior experience in on‑site pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Working Pattern
This role is on‑site at Irvine. This is a shift‑based role; exact shift patterns will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Inclusion
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive environment where people can learn and do their best work. If you need a reasonable adjustment to the application or interview process, please tell us and we will support you.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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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