Alcon Research

Alcon Research

Calibration Manager

Fort Worth, Texas · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$13k-$21kDetected 89 days ago
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About the role

  • 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.
  • The Tool Calibration Manager is responsible for leading, managing, and continuously improving the site-wide calibration program for all measuring and test equipment (M&TE).

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the site calibration program, ensuring all equipment meets accuracy and compliance requirements
  • Oversee and optimize the use of Calibration Management Systems (CMS/CMMS) (e.g., Blue Mountain, GAGEtrak, SAP PM)
  • Partner with Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Manufacturing to align calibration strategies with operational needs
  • Manage relationships with external calibration vendors, including selection, performance monitoring, and cost control
  • Lead out-of-tolerance (OOT) investigations, including impact assessments, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
  • Own and maintain audit readiness, supporting FDA, ISO, and customer audits
  • Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and best practices
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including process optimization and cost reduction
  • Identify and implement alternative calibration strategies when standard methods are not applicable
  • Collaborate with QA to ensure full integration of calibration activities into the Quality Management System (QMS)

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs
  • Demonstrated experience in Quality Assurance (QA) within a regulated environment (required)
  • What you can bring to Alcon:
  • Adhere to GxP regulations by strictly following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate and complete documentation, ensuring rigorous quality control, and completing all required training

Nice to have

  • Experience (Preferred)

Skills

  • Advanced knowledge of calibration principles, metrology, and measurement systems
  • ISO 13485
  • 21 CFR Part 820
  • ISO/IEC 17025
  • Hands-on experience with calibration management systems (CMS/CMMS)
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and tolerances
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and digital systems
  • Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Excellent problem-solving and investigative capabilities
  • High level of attention to detail and data accuracy
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Deep commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement

Compensation

  • $13k-$21k

Benefits

  • Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or other highly regulated industries strongly preferred

Company info

  • At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly.
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