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QA Manufacturing Inspector - Weekend Shift

Alcon
Cork Full-time
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QA Manufacturing Inspector \- Weekend Shift

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help our patients 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.

The QA Inspector is responsible for final product release of all manufactured products, Operator Certification, Compliance Audits \& QA Surveillance Audits. Ensure product is released in a timely and compliant manner. A typical day to day would be to:

  • Product Release \- Product Release of all manufactured products. DHR review for completeness. Preparation and administration of Certification Tests. Perform review on reject samples and assist in initiating training guidelines. Perform reject review on cosmetic rejects and report results. Maintain area and equipment in a clean, orderly manner at all times. Observe and report on any/all deviations from Good Manufacturing Practices and/or procedures citied during compliance audits. Ensure familiarity with production processes. Complete Surveillance Audits and walkthrough of Production areas.

  • Non\-Conforming Event (NCE) \- Identify and Issue non\-conformities as required. Investigate and Identify root cause of non\-conformities and provide corrective/preventive actions. Disposition QN’s as necessary.

  • Data tracking and trending \- Perform basic data entry and elementary mathematical evaluation of data (e.g., average, deviation range. Help in evaluating sampling plans and recommend reduction based on statistical analysis of historic data.

  • Documentation \- Maintain accurate and organized files for, DHR/BHRs, and/or QA projects. Prepare files for document retention as needed. Maintain updated procedures and specifications.

  • Misc. Support validation and process improvement work. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager/Supervisor, including some laboratory testing duties.

  • Maintains knowledge of and makes needed revisions to applicable SOP’s and Inspection Plans ensuring area personnel are trained on same.

  • Ensure continual Quality System (QS) compliance by adherence to established and evolving Regulatory and Alcon QS requirements.

  • Ensure that the appropriate root cause analysis tools are used when leading NCE investigations if applicable.
What You’ll Bring to Alcon
  • Education:

+ Minimum: Leaving Cert or equivalent
+ Preferred: Certificate or Diploma in a Quality related field

Experience:

  • Minimum:1 year in Quality/Technical or Manufacturing role

  • Preferred: 2 years experience in Medical Device or Pharmaceutical industry

  • QA Inspectors are expected to work quickly and efficiently.

  • They must comply with various regulations/standards and special instructions.

  • They must be adaptable and flexible and able to move quickly from one job to another.

  • They must have very good organizational ability and attention to detail
How You Can Thrive At Alcon
  • A competitive salary package with fixed salary, bonus, pension and health insurance

  • A flexible work environment with competent and committed colleagues. We enjoy working together in a good and respectful manner, and we celebrate our common successes
See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities
  • ATTENTION: Current Alcon Employee/Contingent Worker
If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site.

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