Sr. Associate, Human Resources - Irvine Manufacturing

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact on the lives of our patients and customers. 

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a Senior Associate supporting Human Resources, you will be primarily responsible for addressing local organizational challenges with people-focused solutions that align with Alcon’s mission. You will build effective and meaningful relationships to deliver annual people processes, coach managers, and implement strategic HR initiatives, including compensation, performance, and talent development.  

 This role will be based in Irvine, California. 

In this role, a typical day will include: 

• Align with assigned business leaders to implement enterprise-level initiatives. 

• Deliver Alcon’s core HR services and people process, ensuring an efficient associate experience. 

• Drive business success by mentoring and advising teams on associate experience initiatives, such as the Associate Experience Dashboard and recognition programs. 

• Ensure timely execution of all people-related processes. 

• Implement global, regional, or local HR programs. 

• Mentor business leaders and associates on HR-related topics, including change management, talent management, employee relations, and career development. 

• Drive a high-quality, diverse local talent bench through selection, equitable compensation, and talent development. 

• Support diagnostic intervention and problem resolution strategies to provide HR perspectives on business issues. 

• Apply workforce analytics and insights to enhance people and workforce management. 

• Collaborate regularly with HR COEs and HR Services on designing and executing solutions and service delivery to clients. 

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON: 

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; Assoc.+6 yrs; M.S.+0 yrs) 

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

• 2 Years of Relevant Experience 

Preferred Skills: 

• Project management experience 

• Experience supporting a manufacturing environment 

• Working knowledge of California Labor Compliance laws 

• Proficiency in using Workday 

• Experience in employee relations 

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON: 

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