Senior QA Engineering: Quality Systems & CAPA

alcon; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcon’s Engineering function is seeking a Sr. Associate, Quality Assurance Engineering to develop, modify, and maintain quality evaluation and control systems, applying advanced technical knowledge to ensure product precision and reliability.

This onsite role at Lake Forest, CA supports manufacturing quality and regulatory compliance, with CAPA oversight, SOP adherence, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; Assoc.+6 yrs; M.S.+0 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• 2 Years of Relevant Experience
• Work Schedule: 1st Shift 8:00AM-5:00PM PST (Monday-Friday)
• Work Location: Onsite - Lake Forest, California (Main Campus)
• Travel: 5% (Domestic & International if required)
• Relocation Assistance/Sponsorship: None

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized technical tasks and conduct research to optimize project outcomes
• Develop, modify, apply, and maintain quality evaluation and control systems/protocols
• Devise and implement methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating product and equipment precision and accuracy
• Design and analyze inspection and testing processes, mechanisms, and equipment
• Conduct quality assurance tests and perform statistical analysis to assess control levels and manage product quality risks
• Undertake root cause analysis of incidents requiring corrective action and ensure corrective measures and deviations meet acceptable reliability standards
• Review and approve investigations, ensuring timely completion of CAPAs, validations, and verifications, and facilitate investigations and CAPAs at third-party suppliers
• Adhere to GxP regulations by following SOPs, maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring quality control, and completing required training
• Meet individual job requirements and contribute to overall organizational compliance
• Commit to continuous improvement and regulatory compliance

Skills

Quality Assurance

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Job description

Alcon’s Engineering function is seeking a Sr. Associate, Quality Assurance Engineering to develop, modify, and maintain quality evaluation and control systems, applying advanced technical knowledge to ensure product precision and reliability.

This onsite role at Lake Forest, CA supports manufacturing quality and regulatory compliance, with CAPA oversight, SOP adherence, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.