Alcon
Eye care
ProcessDevelopmentEngineer
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“Process Development Engineer at Alcon. Skills: Process Development, Manufacturing Engineering, Optical Systems. Design new production processes. Develop new production processes”
What You'll Achieve.
Efficient/economical mass production of goods; Most efficient and productive layout; High-quality standards
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving skills; Troubleshooting production problems; Process improvement
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in engineering, automation or related discipline, 5-10 years NPI engineer, process engineer experience in MTO, Relevant experience in highly regulated industry with complex product lines, Strong Mechanical, chemical, process, optics background, Problem-solving skills, Hands-on approach, Commitment to compliance, Commitment to safety, Commitment to continuous improvement, Ability to learn quickly, Ability to adapt to changing environments, Commitment to high-quality work
Nice to Have
Experience in start-ups, Optics experience, Experience in pharmaceutical, biological, biochemical, medical fields
What You'll Do.
Design new production processes
Develop new production processes
Implement new production processes
Design equipment layout
Design production operations sequence
Specify tool fabrication procedures
Conduct production tests
Troubleshoot production problems
Provide guidance to product design
Ensure process compliance
Support optical assembly processes
Handle optical components
Clean optical components
Make recommendations for equipment acquisition
Develop new product design
Inform current product upgrades
Support investigations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work collaboratively in a team environment; Provide guidance and inputs to product design engineering
Communication Scope
Strong communication
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? **Job profile summary** Responsible for designing, developing, and implementing new or revised production processes for the efficient/economical mass production of goods including: * Designing arrangement of manufacturing equipment to ensure most efficient and productive layout * Designing the sequence of production operations, specifying procedures for the fabrication of applicable tools and equipment, and adapting machinery in response to factory conditions * Conducting tests throughout all stages of production to determine control over applicable variables and troubleshooting/solving production problems * Providing guidance and inputs to product design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques. * Ensuring that production processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations. * Responsible for supporting optical assembly processes, including proper handling and cleaning techniques of optical components to maintain high-quality standards. * The role requires familiarity with optical adhesives and a basic understanding of bonding chemistry to ensure effective and reliable assembly. * Knowledge of optical systems, optical measurements and optical system performance. * Requires understanding of compliance, pharmaceutical, biological, biochemical, medical, patent and commercial factors. * Make recommendations concerning acquisition and use of new technological equipment and materials; develop and inform new product design or current product upgrades to ensure manufacturabili
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