Alcon
eye care
Sr.Packaging&LabellingEngineer
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“Sr. Packaging & Labelling Engineer at Alcon. Skills: packaging design, labeling systems, process validation. Develop packaging solutions. Validate packaging machines”
What You'll Achieve.
improve efficiency; improve sustainability; maintain efficiency; maintain quality; ensure full traceability; ensure audit readiness; packaging robustness; sustainability; cost; manufacturability
Industry & Context.
root‑cause investigations; troubleshoot equipment; drive corrective actions; drive preventive actions
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
packaging engineering, packaging design, material selection, labeling systems, packaging machinery validation, packaging materials, packaging equipment, automation systems, vision systems, inspection systems, equipment qualification, process validation, design controls, CAD tools, engineering documentation, Artwork Management Systems, labelling compliance requirements, GxP, ISO 11607, FDA 21 CFR Part 820, EU MDR, risk assessments, pFMEA, QRA, quality control methodologies, SOPs, documentation requirements, traceability, audit readiness, product artwork, packaging robustness, sustainability, cost, manufacturability, technical decisions
Nice to Have
medical device, pharmaceutical, regulated manufacturing environments, packaging machinery, inspection systems, statistical tools, Minitab
What You'll Do.
Develop packaging solutions
Validate packaging machines
Ensure regulatory compliance
Optimize packaging processes
Manage equipment validations
Integrate new products
Design packaging systems
Conduct material evaluation
Implement packaging improvements
Lead prototype design
Develop packaging processes
Oversee machinery installation
Troubleshoot system performance
Integrate quality assurance
Ensure adherence to standards
Perform risk assessments
Create product artwork
Manage artwork changes
Identify improvements
Make technical decisions
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with Engineering; Collaborate with Operations; Collaborate with Quality; Collaborate with Regulatory; Collaborate with Supply Chain; Collaborate with product team; Collaborate with diverse stakeholders
Communication Scope
explain technical concepts
Process & Methodology
manage related equipment, manage process validations, coordinate integration, lead development, support investigations, lead prototype design, contribute to prototype design, support technology transfer, drive corrective actions, drive preventive actions, support risk assessments, support change control processes, contribute to project objectives
Full Job Description
At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. Senior Packaging and Labeling Engineer to lead the development, validation, and execution of packaging and labeling solutions for our products. This role involves working with vendors to build and validating packaging machines, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and optimizing packaging processes to improve efficiency and sustainability. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in packaging design, material selection, labeling systems, and packaging machinery validation, particularly in industries such as medical devices and pharmaceuticals. Manage related equipment and process validations as required under the Quality system change control process. Coordinate the integration of new products and processes into the manufacturing systems and processes. Packaging Design & Development * Design, develop, and optimize packaging systems (pouches, blister trays, cartons, labels, boxes, shrink wraps, etc.) to meet functional, quality, and regulatory requirements. * Conduct material evaluation, testing, and selection with consideration for compatibility, sustainability, manufacturability, durability, and cost. * Lead or support root‑cause investigations and implement improvements for packaging-related performance issues. Prototyping & Process Development * Lead or contribute to prototype design, assembly, testing, and line trials to validate new packaging concepts. * Develop and refine packaging manufacturing processes, including equipment specification, qualification, and validation. * Collaborate clos
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