Associate II, Chemical Production Operations

Alcon Research•Fort Worth, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Associate II, Chemical Production Operations (Science/Tech/Engineering Path), is primarily responsible for applying technical expertise to process ingredients and pharmaceutical products or produce contact lenses. You will maintain equipment, follow standard procedures, and engage in process improvements at our ASPEX Manufacturing Facility, in Fort Worth, TX.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
The ability to read, write, understand, and communicate fluently in English
3 Years of Relevant Experience

Nice To Haves

Prior Manufacturing or Distribution Center Experience

Responsibilities

Responsible for supporting production goals by applying technical knowledge and following established procedures
Processing pharmaceutical or contact lens products, maintaining equipment, and ensuring quality through compliance with GMP and GxP standards
Problem-solving, participating in process improvements, and maintaining accurate documentation
Apply technical knowledge to perform tasks and support project goals effectively
Follow established procedures with decision-making authority, requiring job-related training, attention to detail, and reliability
Process ingredients and pharmaceutical products or produce contact lenses, including working with saline solutions and mixing compound ingredients for various products such as liquid products, suspensions, ointments, mixes, or blends for tablet granulations and capsule powders
Ensure high-quality and efficient task completion, impacting project performance and operational efficiency
Stay current with field advances and take an agile approach to problem-solving by testing, iterating, and refining solutions
Perform general maintenance on equipment like pumps, homogenizers, filter presses, and tablet compression machines
Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and maintain required records
Participate in team projects to develop process improvement methods, solutions, and procedures to enhance program quality, cost, and scheduling
Monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures
Handle complex tasks and contribute to advanced projects, utilizing expertise and problem-solving abilities
Make significant decisions within your project area, influencing project outcomes
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