Metrology Supervisor / Technical SME – Calibration & Measurement Science

About the role

Alcon seeks a Metrology Supervisor / Technical SME to lead site metrology and calibration operations. The role ensures measurement systems are accurate, reliable, compliant and audit‑ready, supporting manufacturing, laboratory, engineering, quality and automation functions.

Key responsibilities

• Lead daily metrology and calibration activities, prioritize work, coordinate technicians and contractors, and resolve operational or compliance issues.
• Supervise, coach and develop metrology personnel, fostering technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Develop, implement and evaluate calibration programs, methodologies and measurement systems, and identify sources of measurement error.
• Serve as the site SME for calibration methodologies, traceability, uncertainty analysis, reference standards and risk assessments.
• Maintain calibration records, certificates and documentation in compliance with company procedures, regulatory requirements and metrology standards.
• Provide technical guidance to engineering, manufacturing, quality, validation, laboratory and facilities teams on instrument suitability and measurement requirements.

Required profile

• Proven experience leading metrology or calibration teams in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of GxP requirements, ISO 10012 and ISO/IEC 17025 standards.
• Ability to manage audits, inspections and continuous compliance initiatives.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills for out‑of‑tolerance investigations and corrective actions.

Required skills

• Calibration program development and maintenance
• Metrology traceability and measurement uncertainty analysis
• ProCal calibration management systems
• ISO 10012 and ISO/IEC 17025 compliance
• GxP documentation and data integrity practices