Surveillance Auditor

At Alcon were passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25000 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. Together we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers. Are you ready to join us

This role is part of Alcons Quality & Regulatory Affairs function a team that ensures our products are in compliance with global local and internal regulations and meet the strictest standards of quality as we help people see brilliantly.

The Surveillance Auditor is responsible for verifying that manufacturing operations are performed in accordance with approved procedures work instructions and quality standards. This role focuses on real-time observation and auditing of production and warehouse floor activities to identify gaps between documented processes and actual practices ensuring compliance consistency and continuous improvement at our Manufacturing Facility in Houston TX. Specifics include:

Practice vs. Procedure Auditing

• Conduct scheduled and ad-hoc surveillance audits within manufacturing and production areas

• Observe operations to ensure alignment with:

  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

  • Work Instructions (WIs)

  • Quality Management System (QMS) requirements

• Identify deviations between documented procedures and actual execution

• Document findings clearly with objective evidence

Compliance Monitoring

• Ensure adherence to applicable Alcon standards

• Verify proper use of tools materials and documentation

• Confirm correct execution of critical process steps

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare detailed audit reports outlining:

  • Observations

  • Nonconformances (minor/major)

  • Opportunities for improvement

• Track and trend audit results to identify systemic issues

• Maintain audit records in accordance with internal requirements

TRAINING AND AWARENESS

• Provide feedback to operators and supervisors on audit findings

• Support reinforcement of procedural compliance and quality culture

• Assist in identifying training needs based on observed deficiencies

WHAT YOULL BRING TO ALCON:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

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

• Work Hours: Night Shift Monday Thursday- 3:00 PM 1:30 AM CST

• Location: Onsite

• Travel Requirements: Up to 10%

• Relocation Assistance: None

• Sponsorship Available: No

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong observational and analytical skills

• Ability to objectively assess compliance vs. practice

• Excellent attention to detail

• Effective communication and documentation skills

• Ability to challenge practices constructively and professionally

• Root cause analysis and problem-solving ability

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

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

• Join Alcons mission to provide top-tier innovative products and solutions to enhance sight & enhance lives.

• Grow your career in a highly collaborative and diverse environment.

• Alcon provides robust benefits package including health life retirement flexible time off for salaried associates paid time off for hourly associates and much more!

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Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment hiring training promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation 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 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.