Reference #: R-2024-33373 At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate ambitiously, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you'll be recognized for your dedication 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, hardworking people to join Alcon! As an Engineer Technician II supporting our manufacturing facility, you will be responsible for focusing on crafting, developing, and implementing new or revised production processes for the efficient/economical mass production of goods in Sinking Springs, PA.

In this role, a typical day will include:

Crafting arrangement of manufacturing equipment to ensure the most efficient and productive layout

Crafting the sequence of production operations, specifying procedures for the fabrication of applicable tools and equipment, and adapting machinery in response to factory conditions

Conducting tests throughout all stages of production to resolve control over applicable variables

Assisting the engineering department with the fabrication, installation, assembly, testing, adjusting, maintenance, set-up, and servicing of automatic production systems with computer control (PLC controls) as well as smaller pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems

Performing set-up on all equipment with little or no direction needed

Diagnosing and solving routine set-up and product/process problems

Providing immediate response to equipment malfunctions, being able to detect, and correcting errors, and adjusting components

Assuring appropriate steps are taken to bring equipment back to an operable state by applying electrical, mechanical, and computer-based skills

Working with internal support groups and external equipment vendors to solve equipment problems

Maintaining production equipment in good operating condition with attention to mechanics, electronics, pneumatics, process control, motion control, and instrumentation

Troubleshooting, installing, and setting up Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), robots, and related electrical and automated equipment

Assisting manufacturing engineers with new equipment, or equipment upgrades, modifications, or troubleshooting, and with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of new equipment at vendor locations

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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

3 Years of Relevant Experience

Work Hours: 3rd Shift: Sunday - Thursday: 10PM EST - 6 AM EST, with weekend overtime required

Travel Requirements: 0%

Sponsorship & Relocation: Not Available

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

Experience as a prior Engineering Technician or in industrial maintenance

Knowledge in PLCs, Mechanical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Electrical, and Electronic Controls, Equipment, & Processes

HOW TO THRIVE AT ALCON:

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, and much more!

Alcon Careers: See your impact at alcon.com.careers

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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, sexu l 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.

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. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters: If you'd like to view a copy of the Alcon's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email alcon.er@alcon.com.

EEO Statement: Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not 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.