Laboratory Supervisor

Lab 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 Lab Supervisor you will lead a team of 6 analysts. You will oversee the in process testing, lab operations.

A Typical Day in this role will include;

• Manage laboratory personnel and operations within approved budget.
• Create and maintain a high-performance collaborative Laboratory team with focus on customer needs, compliance and efficient operation.
• Lead and demonstrate expertise in the areas of Chemistry and Microbiology in-line with Quality System requirements, ISO standards and corporate requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve Lab Efficiencies.
• Ensure that all testing and operational procedures and practices comply with current regulatory requirements and corporate standards.
• Adopt new products to the site into the laboratory testing schedule through change control and validations in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Interpret analytical results and work with AS&T to resolve technical and/or operational problems; and provide technical advice and support to other departments within the facility.
• Keep up to date with technical and regulatory trends and ensure laboratory operations reflect same and are maintained in validated state.
• Utilize LEAN methodologies to achieve improved efficiencies in the laboratory.
• Back up and support analytical data review in the laboratory
• Ensure Analysts in the Lab are cross trained across Chemistry and Microbiology.
• Ensure Lab equipment performance is maintained by preventative maintenance of lab equipment and adequate Laboratory systems.
• Adhere to inhouse Health and Safety requirements.
• Ensure continual Quality System compliance by adherence to regulations and Alcon requirements.
• Participate in the annual Lab budget preparation and monitor budget expenditure.

What you’ll bring to Alcon:

• Bachelors degree in chemistry or pharmacy with experience in Pharma or medical device
• Minimum 2 years experience in people management.
• Must have good PC skills. 
• Detail orientated and organized.
• Good multitasking ability.
• Positive attitude & Team player.

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      

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