Automation Technician Apprentice Program, Zebulon, US, 2027
GSK
Summary
Join GSK's Automation Technician Apprentice Program, Zebulon, US, 2027: Help us get ahead of disease together. GSK Apprenticeships are full-time entry level opportunities that offer high school graduates and first year college enrolled students (with less than 30 college credits) the opportunity to begin their career while studying towards their associate degree. This associate degree is fully funded by GSK.
Job description
What will you do?
As an Automation Apprentice, you will participate in a rotational training program which will include time in manufacturing, utilities, packaging, and information technology. During a rotation in manufacturing or packaging you will get involved in plant maintenance and projects that enhance our highly automated machinery or uplifting obsolete equipment. Your rotations may include a time in plant utilities learning about water treatment systems and boilers. A rotation in Information Technology would involve activities such as helping implement network architecture design or troubleshooting various networking components.
Throughout the training program you will have the opportunity to:
- Develop mechanical, electrical, robotics, control and instrumentation skills.
- Learn how to maintain production and packaging equipment so that we can continuously manufacture our life-saving products.
- Learn how to diagnose and resolve breakdowns.
- Help design, install and test new equipment.
- Monitoring and analyzing production processes and data, utilizing various instruments and control systems.
- Working in teams to continuously improve the functionality of our automated equipment and processes.
- Work in a compliant manner to ensure the safety of yourself, others and the protection of the environment.
Ahead together with tailored training and career development
This entry-level, development opportunity offers you the chance to study towards nationally recognized qualifications while gaining hands-on, paid on-the-job training. Our apprentices attend college part-time studying theory elements of the apprenticeship while working at a GSK pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. Automation technician apprentices at Zebulon will spend approx. 1 day per week studying towards an Associate's degree in Electronic Engineering technology at Waketech Community College. Over the 3-4 years of the apprenticeship you will have a personal training program to help you develop and progress.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalency diploma by June 2027
- High school GPA 2.5 ("B") or above (4.0 scale)
- High school Algebra and Geometry or 2 units equivalent of academic math (GPA 2.5 or above in each case)
- High school English (GPA 2.5 or above)
- Must have 0 - 30 college credits
- Written and spoken fluency in English
- Must be 18 years of age by August 1, 2027
- Less than 2 years of related work experience since graduating from high school
- Must be willing to enroll with one of GSK's partnering community colleges or technical institutions
- Must live within 60-minute commute to GSK worksite and partner community college
- Preferred: Have studied STEM, Computer Science, AP Maths, AP Science
- Preferred: Have studied engineering, technology, robotics, or shop
- Preferred: Less than 2-years' experience in pharmaceutical or FDA interfacing industry
- Preferred: Less than 2-years' experience in engineering or technical role
- Preferred: Less than 2-years' experience in manufacturing or production
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Annual Bonus
- Healthcare Programs
- Well-being Programs
- 401(k) Savings Program
- Time Off
- Childcare Support
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Fully Funded College Education
Company overview
GSK plc (formerly GlaxoSmithKline) is a British multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company headquartered in London, England. Founded in 2000 through the merger of Glaxo Wellcome and SmithKline Beecham, GSK has grown to become one of the world's leading healthcare companies with operations in over 150 countries. The company specializes in researching, developing, and manufacturing prescription medicines, vaccines, and consumer healthcare products. GSK's therapeutic areas include respiratory diseases, HIV/AIDS, oncology, immunology, and infectious diseases. The company is particularly renowned for its vaccine portfolio and has been at the forefront of developing treatments for major global health challenges. With approximately 70,000 employees worldwide, GSK maintains a strong commitment to scientific innovation and has a significant presence in key markets including the United States, Europe, and emerging economies. The company's mission is to unite science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade.