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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 Associate I, Quality Control Lab – Chemistry (Science/Tech/Engineering Path) is responsible for performing chemical analyses, maintaining laboratory operations, and ensuring compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements. This role supports product release by ensuring all materials meet required quality and manufacturing standards.
Specifics Include:
Perform qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses on raw materials, in-process, finished goods, and stability samples
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and equipment
Ensure compliance with SOPs, cGxP/GMP standards, and regulatory requirements
Accurately collect, analyze, interpret, and report test results
Maintain thorough and compliant documentation (GDP/GMP practices)
Support laboratory investigations, including investigative testing and root cause analysis
Review and verify data generated by peers for accuracy and completeness
Update and maintain SOPs, analytical test procedures (ATPs), and lab documentation
Support environmental monitoring and utility sampling as required
Collaborate cross-functionally with production, engineering, and quality teams
Contribute to continuous improvement, safety practices, and ISO 14001 environmental compliance
Train team members in procedures, methods, and best practices as needed
WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:
Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +8 yrs; Assoc.+4 yrs)
The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
Work Hours: 1st Shift: Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM CST – 5:00 PM CST
Travel Requirements: 0%
Location: Onsite
Sponsorship & Relocation: Not Available
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field
Experience in Quality Control or regulated laboratory environments
Knowledge of systems such as LIMS, TrackWise, or Metasys
HOW TO 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 a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!
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