Principal Technician

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 in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a Principal Technician supporting the Research Formulation Team, a typical day will include:

• Perform daily functions in the lens processing pilot line including basic knowledge of molding, fill/close, curing, de-molding, hydration, extraction and inspection in compliant and efficient manner.

• Perform manufacturing batch record review.

• Carry out essential tasks of Pilot Line Technician as required maintaining production schedule adherence and efficiencies.

• Monomer and solution prep manufacture

• Set up and running of Dry molding lines

• Metrology testing in the Dry area, Operation of the Fill and close Module

• Operation of the curing process, Process lens molds through the demolding/delensing process

• Prepare and set up the hydration tanks and follow lenses through the hydration and extraction process.

• Perform lens inspections per procedure and training certification

• Perform Final QC testing and Lens Sectioning.

• Provide basic maintenance to lens manufacturing equipment.

• Complete all necessary inventories and documentation for lens processing.
  Responsible for inventory of the number of lenses processed.

• Complete all documentation following the lenses throughout the manufacturing process.

• Prepare select lenses for clinical trials.

• Verify lenses are manufactured according to documented procedures.

• Complete all necessary documentation to support both clinical and non-clinical pilot production.

• Assist with any additional projects assigned by Cross functional teams.

• Foster a culture of inclusion, efficiency and compliance within the Pilot Line Team.

• Ensure all necessary inventories and documentation for lens processing is complete.

• Ensure all forms kept In the Pilot Line Lab used to track performance of required periodic

• cleaning, calibration, etc., are current and compliant.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

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

• 1 Years of Relevant Experience

• Work hours: 40 hours

• Travel: No

Preferred Experience:

• Working knowledge in MS Office Suite, including Word and Excel.

• Must be detail oriented and have excellent hand-eye coordination.

• Working knowledge of cGMP requirements.

• Must be willing to “Lead by Example”.

• Effective teamwork and communication skills.

• Ability to meet strict deadlines and work under pressure.

• Flexibility in accepting work assignments as required by the needs of the business.

• Medical Device or related regulatory industry experience is preferred.

• cGMP experience is required.

• R&D pilot operations experience is preferred.

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE:

Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and findings as work evolves

See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities

Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!

Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off and much more.

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