Director, Global Audit

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 Director, Global Audit supporting Quality Assurance Compliance, you will be trusted to assist in the development and management of the corporate audit program at Fort Worth, TX.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Plan, schedule, and implement internal and external GMP/PV audits with a primary focus on manufacturing site audits, including unplanned/for-cause/focused audits.
• Lead and/or implement global audit-based projects; and act as global audit SME for audit QMS and management assigned topics.
• Conduct detailed global corporate audits on Alcon or contracted medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers. Assigned audits may also include contract laboratories, suppliers, service providers, vigilance operations, distribution centers, and affiliates.
• Represent Alcon audit function in external industry and health authority working teams and related conferences and workshops as appropriate.
• Facilitate between site internal auditor community and corporate audit team to drive consistent implementation of identified projects & improvements across corporate/site internal/supplier external audits.
• Provide objective written audit reports in a timely manner for audit targets based on regulatory and Alcon corporate requirements as well as internal needs; work with auditees to ensure proper and effective CAPAs.
• Perform focused or for-cause site audits as needed by Quality Management
• Develop and deliver training on audit-related topics to global audit or community.
• Act as internal group SME for HA/NB audit trends and SME for assigned gap assessments for regulation changes and other topics as assigned by management.
• Provide global audit consultation and compliance mentorship, to sites as needed. Coordinating with manufacturing management to establish practices and procedures that apply to applicable regulations.
• Review regulatory requirements, standards, and inspection trends for incorporation into Alcon audit procedures and practices and give feedback to the wider audit community.
• Follow all applicable company procedures and policies, cGMPs, and any other applicable external quality and regulatory requirements.
  
  

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +18 yrs.; Assoc.+14 yrs.; M.S.+7 yrs.; PhD+6 yrs.)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• 10 Years of Relevant Experience
• 6 Years of Demonstrated Leadership
• Travel Requirements: 50%
• Relocation assistance: Yes
• Sponsorship available: No
  
  

Preferred Qualifications/Skills/Experience

• Medical Device and/or Pharmaceutical Manufacturing experience preferred.
  
  

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and findings as work evolves
• 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 a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!
  
  

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