QC Lab Final Inspection & Micro QC Manager

Alcon Research•Johns Creek, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is part of Alcon's Quality & Regulatory Affairs function, a team that ensures our products are in compliance with global, local, and internal regulations and meet the strictest standards of quality as we help people see brilliantly. The QC Lab Final Inspection & Micro Quality Control Manager is responsible for the overall operation, compliance, and performance of assigned Quality Control laboratory functions. This role provides operational, technical, and people leadership for Final Inspection and Microbiology laboratories, while partnering cross‑functionally to ensure regulatory compliance, product quality, and operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)
The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
5 Years of Relevant Experience

Nice To Haves

Experience leading both Microbiology and Final Inspection Quality Control laboratories
Strong working knowledge of cGxP, data integrity principles, and regulatory inspection readiness
Experience using laboratory information management systems (e.g., MDLIMS)
Demonstrated experience supporting internal, customer, and regulatory audits

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee daily operations, performance, and compliance of Final Inspection and Microbiology Quality Control laboratories
Manage Quality Control activities related to inspection, testing, and analysis of finished products and in‑process materials to ensure conformance to approved specifications and standards
Oversee metrology and final lens inspection testing for finished contact lens products
Manage microbiology laboratory operations, including environmental and water monitoring, bioburden testing, growth promotion, compressed air, and nitrogen testing
Ensure laboratory readiness through proper inventory control of equipment, consumables, reagents, standards, and chemicals
Ensure all laboratory testing and inspections comply with SOPs, cGxP requirements, and regulatory expectations
Review, interpret, and evaluate analytical and microbiological data for accuracy, precision, and adherence to specifications
Identify quality trends, investigate deviations, and drive corrective and preventive actions to mitigate ongoing or potential production issues
Manage instrument and equipment qualification, calibration coordination, and method validation activities
Partner with AS&T to onboard, qualify, and validate new laboratory equipment and technologies
Collaborate closely with MDLIMS to continuously improve master data, test methods, and workflows aligned with laboratory operations
Support hiring, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of laboratory associates
Ensure personnel proficiency in laboratory techniques, equipment use, documentation, and data integrity practices
Oversee departmental training programs, including training plans, hands‑on instruction, compliance tracking, retraining, and development of new training modules
Foster a culture of quality, accountability, safety, engagement, and continuous improvement
Provide quality and technical support to Manufacturing to ensure product quality, compliance, and uninterrupted operations
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, efficiency, compliance, and new product or process introductions
Prepare and present laboratory performance metrics, quality trends, and compliance with data to internal and external stakeholders
Ensure department safety requirements are consistently met, including chemical storage, hazard communication, equipment maintenance, and resolution of employee concerns
Lead laboratory tours and support internal, customer, and regulatory inspections and audits
Develop and manage the annual laboratory operating budget and departmental inventories
Maintain full compliance with all applicable GxP regulations by following established procedures, maintaining accurate documentation, and completing all required training