Associate I, Manufacturing Production Process Engineering

Alcon MX; Huntington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Alcon is seeking an Associate I, Manufacturing Production Process Engineering for Onsite work in Huntington, WV. The role focuses on developing efficient processes, guiding equipment layout, and driving continuous improvement in a high‑volume production environment.

The candidate will ensure regulatory compliance, perform tests, and collaborate with design engineering to meet quality standards while adhering to GxP/SOP procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent related experience) required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Preferred: Technical writing experience and QA certification (CQA/CQE or ASQ).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement production processes for mass production.
• Ensure equipment layout efficiency and troubleshoot production issues.
• Provide guidance on technical specifications and SOP adherence.
• Maintain compliant documentation and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Technical Writing

ASQ CQE

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience

High school +8 yrs; Associate +4 yrs

Job description

## Associate I, Manufacturing Production Process EngineeringApply: Not applicable: Huntington, West Virginia: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 30, 2026 (29 days left to apply): R-2026-49715At 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 Engineering function, a team focused on improving quality, processes, products, packaging and materials across our business to help deliver brilliant outcomes.Associate I, Manufacturing Production Process Engineering (Science/Tech/Engineering Path), is primarily responsible for designing, developing, and implementing efficient production processes for mass production. You will ensure equipment layout efficiency, troubleshoot production issues, and guide technical specifications.Specifics include:* Apply technical knowledge to perform tasks and support project goals effectively* Design, develop, and implement new or revised production processes for efficient mass production, including the arrangement of manufacturing equipment for optimal layout and the sequence of production operations* Specify procedures for tool and equipment fabrication and adapt machinery to factory conditions* Conduct tests throughout production stages to control variables and troubleshoot production problems* Provide guidance to product design engineering on technical specifications* Ensure production processes and procedures comply with regulations, adhering to Good Practice (GxP) regulations by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate and complete documentation, ensuring rigorous quality control, and completing all required training* Follow procedures with some decision-making authority, meeting individual job requirements and contributing to organizational compliance* Commit to continuous improvement and regulatory compliance* 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*** Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +8 yrs; Assoc.+4 yrs)* The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English* Work Schedule: 1st Shift 8:00AM-5:00PM (Monday-Friday)* Work Location: Onsite – Huntington, West Virgina* Relocation Assistance/Sponsorship: None**Preferred Qualifications/Skills/Experience*** Prior Technical Writing Experience* Certification in CQA, CQE, or ASQ**How you can thrive at Alcon:*** Work together with colleagues to share standard methodologies and discoveries as work progresses.* Discover your career in a fresh way through specific growth and development possibilities.* 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 for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!