Sr. Associate, Quality Assurance Compliance – US Distribution Quality,

Alcon MX; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Alcon is seeking a Sr. Associate, Quality Assurance Compliance – US Distribution Quality, to provide tactical site support from our Fort Worth facility. You will coordinate gap assessments, maintain regulatory compliance, and help drive corrective actions across cGMP, GxP, and ISO standards.

Key responsibilities include managing complaints, supplier quality, training programs, and state licensing activities while collaborating with Regulatory Affairs and Legal teams to ensure ongoing compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Fluent English communication and technical writing.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant quality/regulatory experience.
• Onsite role in Fort Worth, CST hours.

Responsibilities

• Support QMS compliance efforts and SOP alignment.
• Manage quality processes including complaints, supplier quality, and training.
• Conduct gap assessments and drive corrective actions.
• Help maintain cGMP, GxP, ISO standards and regulatory documentation.
• Support state licensing filings and regulatory inspections.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent

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 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 Sr. Associate, Quality Assurance Compliance – US Distribution Quality, is primarily responsible for providing tactical site support to ensure compliance with site, Alcon, and international regulations. You will independently coordinate site gap assessments and apply advanced knowledge and skills to achieve objectives through self-directed work at our Facility in Fort Worth, TX.

Specifics include:

• Quality Management System & Compliance Support the harmonization, standardization, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Manage quality processes including Complaints Management, Supplier Quality Management, Quality Information Systems, and Training Programs.
• Conduct gap assessments and support implementation of corrective actions to maintain compliance with Alcon, regulatory, and international quality requirements.
• Support Quality Strategy execution and governance activities, identifying opportunities to improve quality system effectiveness and operational efficiency.
• Independently research, analyze, and resolve quality and compliance-related issues.
• Maintain compliance with cGMP, GxP, Health Authority, ISO, and Alcon Quality Manual requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and complete all required training in accordance with company procedures.

State Licensing & Regulatory Support

• Support the preparation, submission, maintenance, and renewal of state registrations, licenses, permits, and related filings.
• Monitor state laws and regulatory requirements to ensure timely submissions and ongoing compliance.
• Maintain licensing records and tracking systems to support audits and regulatory inspections.
• Communicate with state agencies regarding licensing requirements, submissions, deficiency responses, and information requests.
• Partner with Regulatory Affairs, Legal, Compliance, Commercial, and other stakeholders to support licensing activities and compliance inquiries.

Appropriate education, training, and experience to successfully perform the responsibilities of the role.

Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, cGMP, GxP, ISO standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Skills and attributes

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and adapt in a dynamic regulatory environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

• 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 Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
• Location: Onsite
• Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
• Relocation Assistance: None
• Sponsorship Available: NO

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!

Alcon Careers: See your impact at alcon.com/careers

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.