MSAT (Process Technology) Graduate Programme, Italy, 2026

Join the GSK MSAT (Process Technology) Graduate Programme – Italy, 2026: Help us get ahead of disease together
Education required:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related IChemE accredited degrees with relevant Chemical Engineering modules. Graduation by August 2026.

Language requirement:
Written and spoken fluency in Italian and English

Location:
Parma

Expected start date:
September 2026

Application Information:

Assessment Centre Date:
January – March 2026

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Within our Global Supply Chain (GSC) business, we manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients' needs and drive our performance.

Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it's vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply.

We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.

Ahead together with tailored training and career development
Are you a talented and driven technical graduate eager to make an impact on billions of lives? GSK's Global Supply Chain (GSC) Graduate Programme offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to delivering medicines and vaccines to people worldwide.

This two-year programme is designed to prepare you for future engineering, operational and technical roles within GSK's Global Supply Chain (GSC) within your chosen discipline.

What You'll Experience:

• Cross-Functional Exposure: Spend time at your home site, working on cross-functional projects and rotations to deepen your expertise and knowledge of the business.
• Kaizen Assignment: A short-term breadth assignment, which could include global-focused opportunities, to expand your skills and experience beyond your home site.
• Tailored Training: Benefit from role-specific training and development, supported by a generous training budget and access to enriching resources.
• Professional & Personal Growth: Thrive in a challenging yet supportive environment, where you'll develop technical expertise through valuable on-the-job experience

Key Programme Features:

• Digital Data & Analytics (DDA) Objective: Each rotation has a DDA focus, reflecting GSK's commitment to innovation and continuous improvement, helping you to advance pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Sustainability Element: Contribute to GSK's Net Carbon Zero mission by working on impactful projects that promote environmental sustainability.
• Mentoring & Networking: Build your professional network and enhance visibility through direct access to senior leaders and mentors who will guide and support your career development

Join GSK's GSC Graduate Programme and take the first step toward a rewarding career, where your work makes a difference to patients at the end of our supply chain.

What will you do?

• Project Ownership: Take ownership of product lifecycle projects, working closely with experienced mentors.
• Operational Engineering: Gain hands-on experience in process engineering, validation, and sterile manufacturing environments.
• Product and Technology Knowledge: Work with a range of products and technologies, including bulk manufacturing, sterile processes, granulation, compression, and distillation.
• Safety and Environmental Improvements: Identify opportunities for safety and environmental enhancements, including conducting HAZOP and risk assessments.
• Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot production problems in manufacturing facilities and perform root cause analysis.
• Process Design and Validation: Design, install, commission, and validate new processes and equipment.
• New Product Introduction: Support New Product Introduction and Technology Transfer activities.
• Plant Turnaround Activities: Engage in activities ranging from equipment configuration to plant decontamination.
• Process Automation and Innovation: Explore process automation and new technologies, such as PAT, data analytics, and continuous manufacturing.
• Process Safety: Conduct hazard identification (e.g., HAZOP, SIL/LOPA) and other risk assessments.
• Productivity Improvement: Deliver business-critical projects, including yield and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Interpret User Requirements: Learn to develop project scopes and adapt plans to meet changing business needs.

What are we looking for?

• Technical Expertise: A relevant engineering degree and strong technical skills.
• Passion for Manufacturing: Clear enthusiasm for engineering in the pharmaceutical industry and improving manufacturing processes.
• Skills: Analytical, adaptable, and process-driven, with a passion for technical services and manufacturing.
• Collaboration: Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset to solve challenges
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: A focus on growth, innovation, and process optimization.
• Strong Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-Motivation: Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn and develop.
• Attention to Detail: Analytical, organized, and process-driven with exceptional precision.
• Resilience: High adaptability and flexibility, with the ability to perform effectively under pressure

What do we offer you?

• Performance Reward
• Flexible Benefits
• Company Healthcare system
• Integrative pension fund
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sustainable mobility program
• Company canteen

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Our Graduate Programmes are designed to accelerate the development of graduates who don't have significant previous professional work experience in the area to which they are applying. Of course, many graduates who join the programme have worked while studying or after graduation. If you've already developed substantial experience working in a professional role in your sector, while you would be able to apply for this programme, you may also want to look at direct entry roles in our businesses, as these may be the best way to build on your existing skills and expertise and develop a career at GSK.

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