Sr. CNC Machinist/Programmer

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

Job summary

Alcon is seeking a Senior CNC Machinist/Programmer for its Engineering team in Lake Forest, CA. The role is on-site and focuses on analyzing technology trends, designing processes, and resolving engineering issues to boost efficiency.

Qualified candidates have 5 years of experience, fluent English, a high school diploma, and preferably Okuma controller experience; MasterCam 2022+ knowledge is required.

Qualifications

• Fluent English is required.
• 5 Years of Relevant Experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preferred: Okuma controller experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized technical tasks and conduct research to optimize project outcomes.
• Design new processes and modify existing ones to improve efficiency.
• Evaluate and resolve issues related to manufacturing, design, quality, and material engineering.
• Develop test procedures, estimate costs, and plan and execute projects while managing budgets and supervising contractors.
• Establish engineering standards and budgetary controls.
• Introduce new or modified equipment, tools, software, and systems.
• Collaborate with others to assess feasibility and cost-effectiveness.
• Make informed decisions within the scope of assigned tasks.
• Maintain attention to detail and effective communication.
• Follow GxP regulations by SOPs and documentation.

Skills

Fluent English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MasterCam 2022+

Okuma controller

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.

Alcon is looking to hire a Senior CNC Machinist/Programmer team member. This role is part of Alcon's Engineering function, a team focused on improving quality, processes, products, packaging and materials across our business to help deliver brilliant outcomes.

Role Overview

The Sr. Associate, General Engineering (Science/Tech/Engineering Path), is primarily responsible for analyzing technology trends, designing and modifying processes, and resolving engineering issues to enhance team performance and operational efficiency. This role is on-site in our Lake Forest, CA location.

Typical Responsibilities

• Perform specialized technical tasks and conduct research to optimize project outcome
• Design new processes and modify existing ones to improve efficiency
• Evaluate and resolve issues related to manufacturing, design, quality, and material engineering
• Develop test procedures, estimate costs, and plan and execute projects while managing project and operational budgets and supervising contractors
• Establish engineering standards and budgetary controls
• Introduce new or modified equipment, tools, software, and systems
• Collaborate with others to assess engineering feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and customer demand
• Make informed decisions within the scope of assigned tasks
• Maintain strong attention to detail, effective communication, and task management skills
• Adhere to GxP regulations by following SOPs, maintaining documentation, and ensuring quality control
• Meet individual job requirements and contribute to organizational compliance
• Commit to continuous improvement and regulatory compliance

Work Requirements

All associates must adhere to GxP regulations by strictly following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate and complete documentation, ensuring rigorous quality control, and completing all required training. Knowledge of MasterCam 2022 or later is required.

What You’ll Bring

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• 5 Years of Relevant Experience
• Preferred Qualifications: Okuma controller experience

How You Can Thrive at Alcon

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!

Compensation

Alcon’s Total Rewards programs are designed to align incentives with business objectives, support our values, and deliver long‑term value. Our compensation approach includes a combination of fixed and variable pay, with short‑term and long‑term incentive opportunities for eligible roles.

Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off and much more.

Travel – up to5%

Our benefits offerings are designed to support associates and their families across key life events, including programs that promote health and well‑being, provide financial security, and support retirement planning.

The salary range posted represents the anticipated hiring range for this role. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location, and internal equity, and may fall outside the posted range.

Pay Range 102,850.00 – 133,100.00

Pay Frequency: Annual

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.

About Alcon

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.