Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Engineer

Alcon; Johns Creek (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits package

Flexible time off for salaried associates

Paid time off for hourly associates

Job summary

Alcon is seeking a Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Engineer in Johns Creek, GA. This role focuses on implementing and supporting MES solutions to enhance production operations and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with teams across Manufacturing, Quality, and IT to troubleshoot issues and drive efficiency in a regulated medical device environment. A Bachelor's degree or relevant experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of directly related experience.
• Ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English.
• Experience in validation processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support MES systems in manufacturing.
• Provide support and troubleshooting for production issues.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, GxP, and ISO standards.
• Develop and maintain system documentation and SOPs.

Skills

MES solutions support

Cross-functional collaboration

GxP compliance

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Planner

SCADA

SAP

Job description

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 IT Engineering function, a team focused on improving quality, processes, products, packaging and materials across our business to help deliver brilliant outcomes.

The Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Engineer ensures MES solutions effectively support production operations, maintain data integrity, and comply with GxP, FDA, and ISO requirements while driving operational efficiency and system reliability at our Manufacturing Facility in Johns Creek, GA. Specifics include:

Design, implementation, support, and continuous improvement of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) within a regulated medical device manufacturing environment. The engineer will work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, IT, SCADA, and SAP teams to deliver scalable, compliant, and high-performing MES solutions.

Key Responsibilities

MES Implementation & Configuration

• Design, configure, and deploy MES solutions aligned with manufacturing processes
• Translate business and production requirements into MES system configurations
• Support system integrations with SCADA, ERP (e.g., SAP), and equipment systems

Production Support & Troubleshooting

• Provide front-line and escalation support for MES-related production issues
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Ensure timely resolution of system issues to minimize production impact
• The ability to work on-call as needed

Validation & Compliance (GxP / CSA)

• Support validation lifecycle activities (URS, IQ/OQ/PQ, RTM, validation reports)
• Ensure MES compliance with FDA, GxP, and ISO 13485 requirements
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and support inspections

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement system enhancements to improve efficiency and usability
• Analyze MES data and trends to support operational decisions
• Participate in MES upgrades, releases, and optimization initiatives

Documentation & SOP Support

• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and technical documentation
• Support change control processes
• Ensure proper documentation for system configurations and workflows

Training & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Train production users and stakeholders on MES functionality
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, IT, and Automation teams
• Support change management and user adoption initiatives

What You’ll Bring to Alcon

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school + 8 yrs; Associate’s + 4 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• Location: Onsite
• Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
• Relocation Assistance: None
• Sponsorship Available: No

Preferred

• Experience with MS Planner, Kneat, Teams Center, Simens Op Center, Pas-X
• Validation experience

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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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.