Manufacturing Supervisor

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. As a MANUFACTURING SUPERVISOR, supporting Manufacturing Technical Operations, you will be trusted to lead or assist with leading various production activities (e.g., assembly, material forming/shaping, processing, treating, or packaging, etc.)  within the HUNTINGTON MANUFACTURING FACILITY  at HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA. (US).

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Provide front-line supervision, leadership, and work direction to production technicians, including time and attendance, performance management, training oversite, and development.

• Operate following established policies and procedures to meet production commitments within Alcon’s standards (production, quality, cost, conduct, and safety).

• Troubleshoot problems regarding product quality and equipment.

• Provides direction, correction, and corrective action as needed.

• Lead multiple priorities and conflicts, and effectively hold others accountable for results in a diverse workforce.

• Lead and implement continuous improvement processes within the manufacturing area by applying industry-known lean manufacturing principles (Six Sigma, GEMBA, Kaizen, etc.).

• Encourage an environment of trust and respect for all associates and ensure fair and consistent treatment of all associates, according to company policies & procedures, as well as employment law.

• Coordinate with other departments to accomplish objectives.

• Monitor performance, identify variances, and initiate corrective actions to meet business goals.

• Ensure associates have the tools and equipment needed to perform their jobs safely and effectively.

• Track, evaluate, and report, on key indicators, as well as corrective and preventive actions.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school 10 yrs; Assoc. 6yrs; M.S. 0 yrs)

• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English

• 2 Years of Relevant Experience

• 1 Years of Demonstrated Leadership

• Work hours:  2nd Shift - Monday through Friday from 3:00pm – 11:00pm

• Travel Requirements: 0 to 10%

• Relocation assistance: No

• Sponsorship available: No

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and learnings as work evolve

• 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!

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Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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 alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.