Sr. Manager, Quality Control Lab - Analytical Science & Technology (AS&T)

Alcon MX; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Flexible time off

PTO for hourly associates

Job summary

Alcon is seeking a Senior Manager, Quality Control Lab - Analytical Science & Technology (AS&T) to define site strategy and drive AS&T program implementation. You will oversee analytical chemistry and microbiology support for validation, release, and regulatory compliance, while leading with strategic planning and strong communication.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 7+ years of relevant experience, and 5+ years of demonstrated leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in a directly related field.
• Fluent reading, writing, understanding and communication in English.
• 7+ years of relevant experience and 5+ years of demonstrated leadership.
• Location onsite in Fort Worth, TX with a Monday–Friday 8am–5pm schedule.

Responsibilities

• Oversee analytical chemistry and microbiology services to support validation, release, and regulatory compliance.
• Optimize QC processes and ensure cGxP and SOP adherence.
• Make strategic decisions and lead with planning, problem-solving and clear communication.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and QA to integrate lab results into manufacturing.
• Drive innovation while maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with GxP.
• Complete required training and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Chemistry

Quality Systems

Regulatory Compliance

Cross-functional Collaboration

GxP

Communication

Problem Solving

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

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. Manager, Quality Control Lab - Analytical Science & Technology (AS&T) (Management Path), is primarily responsible for defining site strategy and ensuring consistent implementation of AS&T, compliance with analytical methods, and quality systems.

You will support equipment qualification and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and key quality indicators (KQIs) for continuous improvement.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Oversee the delivery of analytical chemistry and microbiology services to support product and process validation, product release, and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Optimize quality control processes and ensure compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGxP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Make key decisions affecting operations and lead with strategic planning, problem-solving, and strong communication skills
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality assurance teams to integrate lab results into the manufacturing process
• Drive innovation through scientific principles and ensure adherence to GxP regulations by maintaining accurate and complete documentation
• Complete all required training and contribute to the overall compliance and continuous improvement of the organization

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +15 yrs; Assoc.+11 yrs; M.S.+4 yrs; PhD+3 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• 7 Years of Relevant Experience
• 5 Years of Demonstrated Leadership
• Location: Onsite-Fort Worth, Texas
• Schedule: 1st Shift: Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm
• Travel Requirements: 0-10%
• Sponsorship & Relocation: Not Available

HOW YOU CAN 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 robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!

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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.