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

Socket.dev; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcon, a leader in eye care, seeks a Sr. Manager for Quality Control Lab within AS&T to define site strategy and ensure consistent implementation of quality systems and regulatory compliance.

You will support equipment qualification, KPI monitoring, and drive improvements across the lab and manufacturing interface. The role emphasizes cGxP compliance, SOP alignment, and strategic leadership across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 cGxP and 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

Skills

Leadership

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience

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!

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.