QA Analyst I (1st Shift)

Alcon MX; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Flexible time off

PTO for hourly associates

Job summary

Alcon is seeking an Associate I in the Quality Control Lab – Chemistry to perform chemical analyses and maintain compliant lab operations. You will support product release by ensuring materials meet quality and manufacturing standards.

The role requires a Chemistry degree or equivalent experience, proficiency in English, and the ability to work 1st shift onsite in Fort Worth, TX. Training and cross-functional collaboration are key aspects of this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Experience in Quality Control or regulated labs.
• Familiarity with GMP/GxP standards and documentation practices (GDP/GMP).
• Strong attention to detail and accurate data handling.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses on materials and products.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments.
• Ensure SOPs, cGxP/GMP standards, and regulatory requirements are met.
• Accurately collect, analyze, and report test results; maintain compliant records.

Skills

Quality Control

Analytical Techniques

GxP Knowledge

Documentation

Education

Chemistry Degree

Bachelor's in Chemistry

Tools

LIMS

TrackWise

Metasys

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.

This role is part of Alcon's Quality & Regulatory Affairs function, a team that ensures our products are in compliance with global, local, and internal regulations and meet the strictest standards of quality as we help people see brilliantly.

The Associate I, Quality Control Lab – Chemistry (Science/Tech/Engineering Path) is responsible for performing chemical analyses, maintaining laboratory operations, and ensuring compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.

This role supports product release by ensuring all materials meet required quality and manufacturing standards.

Specifics Include:

• Perform qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses on raw materials, in-process, finished goods, and stability samples
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and equipment
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, cGxP/GMP standards, and regulatory requirements
• Accurately collect, analyze, interpret, and report test results
• Maintain thorough and compliant documentation (GDP/GMP practices)
• Support laboratory investigations, including investigative testing and root cause analysis
• Review and verify data generated by peers for accuracy and completeness
• Update and maintain SOPs, analytical test procedures (ATPs), and lab documentation
• Support environmental monitoring and utility sampling as required
• Collaborate cross-functionally with production, engineering, and quality teams
• Contribute to continuous improvement, safety practices, and ISO 14001 environmental compliance
• Train team members in procedures, methods, and best practices as needed

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 Hours: 1st Shift: Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM CST – 5:00 PM CST

Travel Requirements: 0%

Location: Onsite

Sponsorship & Relocation: Not Available

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field
• Experience in Quality Control or regulated laboratory environments
• Knowledge of systems such as LIMS, TrackWise, or Metasys

HOW TO THRIVE AT ALCON:

Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and learnings 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 for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!

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.