Senior Process Engineer

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 and we are looking to hire a looking to hire a Sr.

Process Engineer to join our team at our contact lens manufacturing facility in Johns Creek, GA.

Position Purpose / Major Accountabilities :

Conducts process development and process upscaling studies for new medical device products

Defines process and process specifications for contact lens manufacturing process

Runs studies to gain fundamental process understanding at a Y f(x) level and uses this process knowledge to : improve yields, reduce defects, define specifications and define user requirements for equipment

Analyzes data to assess the sources of variation in the process and understand the cause and effect relationship between factors and responses

Documents study design, results, next steps and process knowledge / understanding

Communicates results and next steps to various teams within R&D

Supports process development timeline by completing tasks on schedule

Collaborates and partners with associates from multiple disciplines, including Engineering, Development, Research and Production, to ensure project success

Additional Accountabilities :

Designs, executes and analyzes Engineering Studies to be performed in the lab, pilot line and MTO production lines in areas including, but not limited to : Measurement System Evaluation (MSE, GR&R), Component of Variation Studies (COV) and Design of Experiments (DOE)

Documents study designs using graphical sampling plans and Factor Relationship Diagrams (FRDs)

Documents process knowledge and process investigations using Thought Maps and Process Maps

Performs data analysis including process performance index (Ppk), ANOVA, regression, Chi-square, etc.

Applies intermediate level principles of engineering and / or chemistry analysis, blends technical knowledge and manufacturing practices in providing solutions to problems

Position may require international travel, particularly to Germany for periods of up to one to two weeks per year

Positive attitude with good interpersonal skills and ability to support a team environment

Skills / Experience :

Proficient in MS Office

Experience in high-speed manufacturing

Work experience in FDA regulated industry, specifically medical devices or contact lenses (preferred)

Experience in statistical analysis using JMP or Minitab and / or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher)

Experience writing, executing and analyzing Engineering Studies (preferred)

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

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON :

Travel Requirements : Travel to Germany 1-2 times a year, 1-2 weeks each time

Relocation assistance : no

Sponsorship available : no