Alcon
Medical Device Manufacturing
ManufacturingExecutionSystems(MES)Engineer
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“Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Engineer at Alcon. Skills: MES, GxP, Validation. Design, configure, and deploy MES solutions. Translate business requirements into MES configurations”
What You'll Achieve.
Enhance sight and help people see brilliantly; Deliver brilliant outcomes; Support production operations; Maintain data integrity; Comply with GxP, FDA, and ISO requirements; Drive operational efficiency; Ensure system reliability; Deliver scalable, compliant, and high-performing MES solutions; Minimize production impact; Improve efficiency and usability; Support operational decisions; Support user adoption initiatives; Provide top-tier, innovative products and solutions
Industry & Context.
Root cause analysis; Implement corrective actions
Work on-call as needed, Up to 10% travel
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +8 Assoc. +4 yrs), The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
Nice to Have
MS Planner, Kneat, Teams Center, Simens Op Center, Pas-X, Validation experience
What You'll Do.
and deploy MES solutions
Translate business requirements into MES configurations
Support system integrations
Perform root cause analysis
Ensure timely resolution of system issues
Support validation lifecycle activities
Ensure MES compliance
Maintain audit-ready documentation
Identify and implement system enhancements
Participate in MES upgrades
Develop and maintain SOPs
Support change control processes
Train production users
Collaborate with teams
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, IT, SCADA, and SAP teams; Collaborate with Operations, Quality, IT, and Automation teams; Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and learnings
Communication Scope
Read, write, understand and communicate in English
Full 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 **IT** **Engineering function** , a team focused on improving quality, processes, products, packaging and materials across our business to help deliver brilliant outcomes. The **Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Engineer** ensures MES solutions effectively support production operations, maintain data integrity, and comply with GxP, FDA, and ISO requirements while driving operational efficiency and system reliability at our **Manufacturing Facility in Johns Creek, GA**. Specifics include: Design, implementation, support, and continuous improvement of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) within a regulated medical device manufacturing environment. The engineer will work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, IT, SCADA, and SAP teams to deliver scalable, compliant, and high-performing MES solutions. Key Responsibilities 1\. MES Implementation & Configuration * Design, configure, and deploy MES solutions aligned with manufacturing processes * Translate business and production requirements into MES system configurations * Support system integrations with SCADA, ERP (e.g., SAP), and equipment systems 2\. Production Support & Troubleshooting * Provide front-line and escalation support for MES-related production issues * Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions * Ensure timely resolution of system issues to minimize production impact * The ability to work on-call as needed 3\. Validation & Compliance (GxP / CSA) * Support validation lifecycle activities (URS, IQ/OQ/PQ, RTM, validatio
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