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Manufacturing Production Supervisor (Thursday - Sunday, 5:00 AM CST – 4:00 PM CST)

Alcon
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Jun 2026

About the role

At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health. We foster an inclusive culture, recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers. Are you ready to join us?

This role is part of Alcon's Manufacturing function, a team that designs, produces and delivers innovative eyecare products to more than 140 countries through operational excellence and efficiency.

The Supervisor, Molding & Tooling Production Operations, is primarily responsible for overseeing daily operations of molding tools and equipment, ensuring quality inspections, managing material handling, and resolving issues. You will use your supervisory skills, technical expertise, and problem-solving abilities to ensure efficient task completion and adherence to production standards at our Manufacturing Facility in Houston, TX. Specifics Include:

 

  • Supervise team members, making day-to-day decisions affecting operations and workflow.

  • Oversee daily operations of molding tools, equipment, and manufacturing machine tools and fixtures.

  • Ensure quality inspections using gauges and fixtures and monitor quality statistically for compliance.

  • Follow work instructions and Good Manufacturing Practice/Good Documentation Practice requirements.

  • Manage material handling and automated equipment.

  • Resolve minor issues, perform mold changes, and troubleshoot medical device molds in collaboration with various departments.

  • Conduct optical tool inspection, assembly, set-up, targeting, line clearance, mechanical and negative checks, changeover, and operate the solvent supply and disposal system.

  • Foster a culture of excellence by leading performance management, driving talent development, and ensuring positive associate relations.

  • Enhance associate engagement, recognize achievements, and drive a strong safety culture.

  • Adhere to Good Practice regulations by following Standard Operating Procedures, maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring quality control, and completing required training.

  • Meet individual job requirements and contribute to overall compliance and continuous improvement.

  • 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.+6yrs; M.S.+0 yrs)

  • The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English

  • 2 Years of relevant experience

  • 1 Years of demonstrated leadership

  • Work Hours: Thursday - Sunday, 5:00 AM CST – 4:00 PM CST

  • Location: Onsite

  • Travel Requirements: Up to 10%

  • Relocation Assistance: None

  • Sponsorship Available: No

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

  • Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and learnings as work evolves!

  • Join Alcon’s mission to provide top-tier, innovative products and solutions to enhance sight & enhance lives.

  • Grow your career in a highly collaborative and diverse environment.

  • Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for salaried associates, paid time off for hourly associates and much more!

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