Principal, Sterilization

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 Sterilization, supporting the MTO Sterilization Team in Houston, TX, a typical day will include:

• Manage individual technical projects, applying specialized knowledge to achieve objectives and drive innovation with a focus on ethylene oxide and gamma sterilization.

• Develop, implement, and evaluate new production materials, equipment, and technologies before mass production.

• Complete manufacturing research and development to solve problems related to production cost and quality and conduct technical feasibility tests to ensure production efficiency.

• Evaluate project capacity as the basis for production process design and development and develop and implement standard manufacturing procedures.

• Evaluate production processes to reduce overall costs and determine product quality standards.

• Arrange equipment and tools to support production.

• Select and communicate with vendors to determine product specifications and ensure timely delivery within budget.

• Engage with partner functions such as research and development, commercial, and quality.

• Make operational decisions for projects, directly impacting project performance and innovation.

• Adhere to Good Practice (GxP) regulations by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintaining accurate documentation.

• Ensure rigorous quality control, complete all required training, and meet individual job requirements while contributing to the organization's overall compliance.

• Commit to continuous improvement and compliance with regulatory requirements.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

• 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

• Location: Onsite

• Travel: 5%

• Relocation: No

• Sponsorship Assistance: No

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

This position can be offered a Sr Associate Sterilization, depending on the candidate's experience and qualification.

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Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.