Senior Supplier Quality Engineer – Manufacturing

About the role

Alcon is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to drive supplier‑related quality initiatives within its manufacturing operations. You will work closely with procurement, logistics, R&D, and production teams to ensure component quality, supply continuity, and compliance with medical‑device standards.

Key responsibilities

• Investigate non‑conforming supplier material, lead containment, corrective actions, and coordinate rework/return.
• Manage the Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) process and verify root‑cause implementation.
• Trend and analyze supplier defect and capability data to identify systemic risks and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with R&D and manufacturing on component specifications and inspection strategies.
• Partner with IQC, procurement, operations, and engineering to maintain quality and supply continuity.
• Support new product development by assessing supplier readiness and robustness early in the design cycle.
• Monitor supplier quality QMS metrics and conduct regular reviews with internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate supplier performance, risks, and escalations to leadership in a data‑driven format.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline.
• 5+ years of supplier quality experience in manufacturing (medical devices, electronics, mechanical or aerospace).
• Auditor experience with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles.
• Full Australian work rights; no visa sponsorship or relocation provided.

Required skills

• ISO 9001
• ISO 13485
• Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Metrology and inspection strategy
• Measurement Systems Analysis (Gauge R&R)
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Process Capability analysis
• Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) management
• Root‑cause analysis and data analysis

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a global leader in eye care.
• Collaborative, inclusive culture that values diversity.
• Chance to make a meaningful impact on patients worldwide.