Operator III, Molding & Tooling Production Operations

At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health. We foster an inclusive culture, recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers. Are you ready to join us?

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 Operator III, Molding & Tooling Production Operations, is primarily responsible for handling complex tasks related to operating molding tools and equipment, performing quality inspections, and maintaining high production standards at our Manufacturing Facility in Houston, TX.  Specifics Include:

 

• Handle complex manual or operational tasks related to operating molding tools and equipment with minimal supervision.

• Perform quality inspections using gauges and fixtures and monitor quality statistically to ensure compliance with standards.

• Follow work instructions and Good Manufacturing Practice/Good Documentation Practice requirements.

• Handle materials and operate automated equipment.

• Resolve minor issues as they arise.

• Participate in mold changes and collaborate with various departments.

• Troubleshoot medical device molds.

• Conduct optical tool inspection, assembly, set-up, targeting, line clearance, mechanical and negative checks, and changeover.

• Operate the solvent supply and disposal system for production and research.

• Adhere to Good Practice regulations by strictly following Standard Operating Procedures, maintaining accurate and complete documentation, and ensuring rigorous quality control.

• Complete all required training and meet individual job requirements.

• Contribute to the overall compliance of the organization.

• Commit to continuous improvement and compliance with regulatory requirements.

• 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​.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

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

•  Work Hours: Friday–Sunday, every other Thursday - 4:45 PM – 4:45 AM (D shift)

• Location: Onsite

• Travel Requirements: Up to 10%

• Relocation Assistance: None

• Sponsorship Available: No

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and learnings as work evolves!

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

• Grow your career in a highly collaborative and diverse environment.

• Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for salaried associates, paid time off for hourly associates and much more!

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