Technician I, Machinist/Programmer (Molding & Tooling Engineering)

alcon· U341 Alcon Research, LLC. Company
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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 Technician I, Molding & Tooling Engineering supporting production, you will work on precision mold tooling, machining support, and injection molding processes at Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania driving quality, uptime, and process efficiency.

In this role, a typical day will include:

  • Manufacture and modify tooling for production using manual machines (milling, grinding, lathe) and CNC equipment, including G-code/M-code programming and CAM software.

  • Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and technical drawings to ensure accurate tooling and part fabrication.

  • Troubleshoot machine tooling issues, applying strong analytical and problem-solving skills to minimize downtime and resolve production backlogs.

  • Execute machine tool setup, fixturing, and process to machine parts to drawing.

  • Maintain documentation and compliance (GxP, SOPs) while supporting production needs and demonstrating a dependable, self-motivated, inquisitive mindset with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

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

  • 1 Years of Relevant Experience

  • Relocation/Sponsorship: No

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

  • See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities

  • Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!

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

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ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY

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 alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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This Technician I, Machinist/Programmer (Molding & Tooling Engineering) role at alcon is based in Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Technician I, Machinist/Programmer (Molding & Tooling Engineering) role at alcon full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Technician I, Machinist/Programmer (Molding & Tooling Engineering) role in the U341 Alcon Research, LLC. Company department at alcon.
Which team or department does the Technician I, Machinist/Programmer (Molding & Tooling Engineering) at alcon belong to?
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