Sr. Associate I, Manufacturing Production Process Engineering - Metal 3D Printing

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This role is part of Alcon's Engineering function, a team focused on improving quality, processes, products, packaging and materials across our business to help deliver brilliant outcomes.

The Sr. Associate I, Manufacturing Production Process Engineering – Metal 3D Printing is a critical role that will support metal 3D printing and cost improvement projects. In this role you will be primarily responsible for designing, developing, and implementing efficient production processes for mass production. You will be expected to apply advanced technical knowledge and analytical skills to drive project performance and innovation.

Specifics include:

• Lead the development of advanced projects and apply innovative solutions.
• Design, develop, and implement new or revised production processes for efficient mass production, including the arrangement of manufacturing equipment for optimal layout and the sequence of production operations.
• Specify procedures for tool and equipment fabrication and adapt machinery in response to factory conditions.
• Conduct tests throughout production to control variables and troubleshoot production problems.
• Provide guidance to product design engineering on technical specifications to best use equipment and manufacturing techniques.
• Ensure production processes and procedures comply with regulations and adhere to Good Practice (GxP) regulations by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring quality control, and completing required training.
• Support team performance and operational efficiency while committing to continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.
• 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:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; Assoc.+16yrs; M.S.+0 yrs) The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• 2 Years of Experience in Mechanical Engineering
• 1 Years of Demonstrated Leadership
• Work location: Onsite
• Travel Requirements: 0 – 10% Domestic
• Sponsorship available: No
• Relocation: No

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in Medical Device Manufacturing
• Experience with Metal 3D Printing
• Experience with Cost Improvement Projects

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
• Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and findings as work evolves!
• See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities!
• Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!

  

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Compensation and Benefits

Alcon’s Total Rewards programs are designed to align incentives with business objectives, support our values, and deliver long‑term value. Our compensation approach includes a combination of fixed and variable pay, with short‑term and long‑term incentive opportunities for eligible roles. Our benefits offerings are designed to support associates and their families across key life events, including programs that promote health and well‑being, provide financial security, and support retirement planning.

The salary range posted represents the anticipated hiring range for this role. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location, and internal equity, and may fall outside the posted range.

  

Pay Range

102,850.00 - 133,100.00

  

Pay Frequency

Annual

  

Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.