MES Engineer

MES Engineer

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 an MES Engineer, you will be part of a team responsible for the implementation, support, and optimization of our Manufacturing Execution System (MES). You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the MES aligns with production goals, improves efficiency, and supports our commitment to quality and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide technical support and training to manufacturing personnel on the use of the MES.
Monitor system performance and identify opportunities for optimization and process improvements.
Troubleshoot and resolve MES-related issues in a timely manner.
Work with cross-functional teams to understand and document MES requirements and translate them into system configurations.
Support the configuration, implementation, and troubleshooting of the MES software within the manufacturing environment.
Assist in the integration of MES with other enterprise systems (ERP, SCADA, etc.).
Assist in the development of system reports and data analytics to support production decisions.
Help maintain system documentation, including user manuals, technical specifications, and process flow diagrams.
Participate in MES upgrades and enhancements to improve system functionality and efficiency.
Support data integrity initiatives and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school 10 yrs; Assoc. 16yrs; 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 

Preferred Experience:

• Understanding of industry standards for MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), including system lifecycle management and best practices.

• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) and experience ensuring compliance in regulated environments. Preferred system of Siemens OpCenter & PAS-X

• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements (FDA, EMA, or other relevant regulatory bodies) as they relate to MES implementation and operation.

• Understanding of data integrity and security standards in manufacturing, particularly in regulated industries.

• Ability to understand and implement validation procedures for MES systems in line with regulatory guidelines.

• Awareness of system configuration and change control processes in a regulated environment.

• Willingness to take initiative and support ongoing learning and development, especially in the context of regulatory and compliance standards.

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!

• Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and findings as work evolves!

• See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities!

• 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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See your impact at alcon.com/careers

MES Engineer

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 an MES Engineer, you will be part of a team responsible for the implementation, support, and optimization of our Manufacturing Execution System (MES). You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the MES aligns with production goals, improves efficiency, and supports our commitment to quality and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide technical support and training to manufacturing personnel on the use of the MES.
Monitor system performance and identify opportunities for optimization and process improvements.
Troubleshoot and resolve MES-related issues in a timely manner.
Work with cross-functional teams to understand and document MES requirements and translate them into system configurations.
Support the configuration, implementation, and troubleshooting of the MES software within the manufacturing environment.
Assist in the integration of MES with other enterprise systems (ERP, SCADA, etc.).
Assist in the development of system reports and data analytics to support production decisions.
Help maintain system documentation, including user manuals, technical specifications, and process flow diagrams.
Participate in MES upgrades and enhancements to improve system functionality and efficiency.
Support data integrity initiatives and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school 10 yrs; Assoc. 16yrs; 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 

Preferred Experience:

• Understanding of industry standards for MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), including system lifecycle management and best practices.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) and experience ensuring compliance in regulated environments. Preferred system of Siemens OpCenter & PAS-X
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements (FDA, EMA, or other relevant regulatory bodies) as they relate to MES implementation and operation.
• Understanding of data integrity and security standards in manufacturing, particularly in regulated industries.
• Ability to understand and implement validation procedures for MES systems in line with regulatory guidelines.
• Awareness of system configuration and change control processes in a regulated environment.
• Willingness to take initiative and support ongoing learning and development, especially in the context of regulatory and compliance standards.

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
• Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and findings as work evolves!
• See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities!
• Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!

Alcon Careers

See your impact at alcon.com/careers

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