Associate I, Instrumentation & Calibration Technical Support

Alcon MX; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Life

Retirement

Flexible time off

Job summary

Alcon in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Sr. Associate I, Instrumentation and Calibration Technical Support to install, calibrate, test, and repair environmental monitoring instruments in a manufacturing setting.

You will diagnose faults, maintain instruments, and support custom instrument design in collaboration with engineers. This on-site role emphasizes adherence to GxP, SOPs, and quality controls, with training and documentation as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, test, and repair instruments and technologies monitoring environmental conditions within a manufacturing facility.
• Inspect and test operation of instruments to diagnose faults and maintain calibration.
• Work with engineers to design and build custom instrument and control devices where required.
• Follow SOPs, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure quality control.

Skills

Fluent English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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. At Alcon, we foster an inclusive culture and seek talented, diverse professionals to join R&D.

The Sr. Associate I, Instrumentation and Calibration Technical Support position is primarily responsible for installing, calibrating, testing, and repairing instruments that monitor environmental conditions. You will diagnose faults, maintain instruments, and support custom instrument design, requiring technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and reliability. This role is 100% on-site in our Ft. Worth, TX location and key responsibilities include:

Key Responsibilities

• Apply technical knowledge to perform tasks and support project goals effectively
• Install, calibrate, test, and repair instruments and technologies monitoring environmental conditions within a manufacturing facility
• Inspect and test the operation of instruments and devices such as oscilloscopes, calipers, pressure gauges, and temperature controllers to diagnose faults
• Install and maintain control and measurement instruments on plant equipment
• Test and measure heat, light, voltage, amperage, weight, vacuum, magnetic resistance, or various content measurements to ensure conformance with quality standards and controls
• Work with engineers to design and build custom instrument and control devices where required
• Follow procedures with some decision-making authority, requiring job-related training, attention to detail, and reliability
• Adhere to GxP regulations by following SOPs, protocols, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring quality control
• Follow safety procedures for proper handling and disposal of laboratory waste where applicable
• Complete all required training and meet individual job requirements
• Contribute to overall compliance and continuous improvement of laboratory systems

What You'll Bring to Alcon

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

Preferred Qualifications

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.

How You Can Thrive at Alcon

Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!

Benefits

• Health
• Life
• Retirement
• Flexible time off

Travel Requirements

Up to 10%

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY. Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, 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 [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

At Alcon, we are committed to helping people see better. We believe patients should have access to quality eye care regardless of their economic circumstances; however, barriers to good eye health exist for patients in both developed and emerging markets. Alcon develops and manufactures innovative devices to serve the full life cycle of eye care needs. Its surgical group is one of the largest makers of equipment used for cataract removal and laser vision correction. Its consumer products include the well-known Opti-Free line of contact lens solutions and related products. Alcon, which was founded in 1945, sells its products in 180 countries worldwide.