Precision Manufacturing Technician, Optical Tooling Automation

Torrey Holistics; Sinking Spring (Berks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible time off

PTO for hourly associates

Job summary

Alcon is seeking a manufacturing technician for the 2nd shift to operate automated machining systems and manage material flow onsite in Berks County, PA. You will verify quality using gauges, perform statistical checks, and handle tool inspections, setup, and changeovers to keep throughput high.

Responsibilities include following SOPs, GMP and GDP, maintaining accurate records, and participating in continuous/regulatory improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Fluent in English (read, write, understand, communicate).
• Manufacturing background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated machining systems and manage material flow.
• Use gauges/fixtures to verify quality and apply statistical checks to maintain compliance.
• Execute optical tool inspection, assembly, setup, changeover, line clearance, and both mechanical and negative checks.
• Triage and resolve minor equipment issues quickly to protect throughput.
• Follow SOPs, GMP, and GDP; keep documentation complete and accurate.
• Meet role-specific requirements while supporting continuous and regulatory improvement.

Skills

Quality control

Attention to detail

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Ready to build world-class cutting instruments with precision and purpose?Alcon empowers more than 25,000 associates to innovate fearlessly and advance global eye health. Our Manufacturing organization powers the design, production, and delivery of eyecare products to 140+ countries.Why this role mattersIn the Auto Process (Cutting Instruments) area, you’ll keep automated equipment running at peak performance and ensure every component meets exacting standards.What you will doOperate automated machining systems and manage material flowUse gauges/fixtures to verify quality and apply statistical checks to maintain complianceExecute optical tool inspection, assembly, setup, changeover, line clearance, and both mechanical and negative checksTriage and resolve minor equipment issues quickly to protect throughputFollow SOPs, GMP, and GDP; keep documentation complete and accurateSustain quality control standards and complete all required trainingMeet role-specific requirements while supporting continuous and regulatory improvementQualificationsHigh School Diploma or GEDFluent in English (read, write, understand, communicate)Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM EST (2nd shift)Work setting: OnsiteSponsorship & relocation: Not availablePreferredManufacturing backgroundMicrosoft Office Suite proficiencyDetail-oriented, organized, dependable, and team-focusedCore technical toolkitDie attach/bondingEquipment troubleshooting (mechanical and electrical)CNC tooling, CNC programming, and CNC troubleshootingSetting up machines for production runsManual machiningTool/die/mold setup and repairThrive with usShare best practices and learn from teammates as processes evolvePursue targeted development and career growthAdvance our mission to improve sight and improve livesComprehensive benefits include health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, and PTO for hourly associatesSee your impact: alcon.com.careers