Associate, Production Technical Operations
Alcon
Summary
The Associate, Production Technical Operations (Science/Tech/Engineering Path), is primarily responsible for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting production equipment to ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards and production requirements. This role also supports manufacturing operations through production performance monitoring, data analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Job description
Specifics Include
- Apply technical knowledge to perform tasks and support project goals within production technical operations.
- Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot production equipment to meet specifications, schedules, volume/cost/wastage targets, and quality standards.
- Move, pack, and sort raw materials or finished goods.
- Monitor the quality of output to identify, discard, or re-manufacture faulty products.
- Maintain accurate daily production records for manufacturing performance analysis.
- Analyze production data and manufacturing metrics to identify trends, performance gaps, and opportunities for operational improvement.
- Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and databases to support manufacturing operations and performance tracking.
- Support Nonconformance (NC) investigations and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) activities through data analysis and documentation.
- Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to evaluate manufacturing performance and implement data-driven solutions.
- Review work orders, schedule resources, and monitor manufacturing operations to ensure alignment with business objectives and drive operational excellence.
- Commit to continuous improvement and compliance with regulatory requirements, meeting individual job requirements and contributing to the overall compliance of the organization.
- All associates must adhere to GxP regulations by strictly following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate and complete documentation, ensuring rigorous quality control, and completing all required training.
- Associates are responsible for meeting their individual job requirements and contributing to the overall compliance of the organization.
- Compliance with regulatory requirements and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential to our operations.
What You'll Bring to Alcon
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
- 3 Years of Relevant Experience
- Work Hours: Monday – Friday; 7:00am EST – 3:30pm EST
- Location: Onsite
- Sponsorship & Relocation Not Available
Preferred Qualifications/Skills/Experience
- Previous machine operator experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and data analysis.
- Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or similar reporting and visualization tools.
- Experience supporting NC investigations and CAPA activities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing environment.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
- 3 Years of Relevant Experience
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
Company overview
Alcon Inc. is the global leader in eye care, dedicated to helping people see brilliantly. Founded in 1945 as a small pharmacy in Fort Worth, Texas, the company has grown into the world's largest eye care device company with complementary businesses in Surgical and Vision Care. As a Swiss-American multinational corporation headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland with major operations in Fort Worth, Texas, Alcon operates in 60 countries and serves patients in over 140 countries. The company's Surgical segment focuses on ophthalmic products for cataract surgery, vitreoretinal surgery, refractive laser surgery, and glaucoma surgery, including implantables, consumables, and surgical equipment. The Vision Care segment comprises daily disposable, reusable, and color-enhancing contact lenses, along with a comprehensive portfolio of ocular health products for dry eye, contact lens care, and ocular allergies. With over 75 years of heritage, Alcon has a long history of industry firsts and makes substantial annual investments in research and development to meet evolving customer needs and advance patient care. The company became an independent publicly-traded entity in 2019 after spinning off from Novartis.