Senior Manager (Visual Inspection and Leak Testing Technologies)

Role Summary

The Senior Manager (Visual Inspection and Leak Testing Technologies) is a subject matter expert responsible for the design, management and deployment of Visual Inspection and Leak Testing platforms across the GSK manufacturing network. The role collaborates with R&D to streamline processes for Aseptic Technology and leads cross-functional efforts to define vision, roadmaps, and delivery. The position reports to the Director - Visual Inspection Leak Testing and supports a matrix team of up to 20 people. Location options include Barnard Castle, UK; Upper Merion, PA, USA; Ware, UK; or GSK HQ, London, with travel up to 20% between sites.

Responsibilities

• Establish, document, and maintain best practices for visual inspection and leak detection processes in GSK sites and CMOs.
• Act as the visual inspection SME and ensure the technical support for visual inspection and leak detection to process transfer to CMOs. Support Tech transfer team to qualification batch execution stage.
• Provide expert technical guidance and support to CMOs inspection teams (ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements).
• Design and conduct training programs for inspection personnel of CMOs to enhance their skills and knowledge in visual inspection and leak detection techniques.
• Oversee and ensure the quality and accuracy of inspection reports and findings (implementing corrective actions when necessary).
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement innovative solutions to enhance inspection efficiency and effectiveness.
• Work closely with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to address inspection-related issues and develop integrated solutions.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for management, highlighting key findings and recommendations for action.
• Ensure all inspection activities are conducted in accordance with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technical or scientific subject, or strong relevant technical experience in visual inspection.
• Required: Experience / Knowledge of visual inspection (manual and automatic)
• Required: Understanding of governance and compliance (ideally obtained from a highly-regulated environment)
• Preferred: Knowledge / experience of GMP would be highly advantageous.

Skills

• Strong practical knowledge and expertise in visual inspection and leak detection.
• Proven track record of ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Ability to work in complex technical situations; self-starter with a clear problem-solving approach.
• Strong people skills and the ability to influence people to achieve and drive performance.
• Strong continuous improvement mindset and hands-on approach.

Additional Requirements

• Travel up to 20% of time between Barnard Castle (UK) and Upper Merion (USA) sites; other locations considered.