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Alcon

Eye care products and vision solutions

Repair & Maintenance Engineering Supervisor - Repair & Maintenance Engineering

Engineering LeadershipConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeJohor, MalaysiaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience is required.
  • A diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, is required.
  • Provide technical ownership for automated equipment recovery through advanced troubleshooting of automation-driven equipment supporting primary packaging (saline blister filling, lidding and sealing, laser marking, and vision systems), steam autoclave sterilization systems, and secondary packaging (lens strip cartoner, carton laser marking, and vision systems).
  • Support automation systems through basic PLC/HMI diagnostics, including alarm interpretation, I/O checking, signal tracing, and parameter or recipe verification.
  • Troubleshoot safety systems and interlocks, including emergency stops, door interlocks, safety relays, and safe restart.
  • Troubleshoot sensors, actuators, and motion/drives, including servo and variable-frequency drive awareness and encoder/speed synchronization.
  • Perform hands-on troubleshooting across pneumatic/vacuum, mechanical, electrical, and controls systems to identify root causes and restore equipment to stable operation.
  • Eliminate recurring issues such as false vision rejects, laser marking errors, sealing or filling variability, and sterilization cycle interruptions through structured root-cause analysis and effective corrective actions.
  • Adhere to Good Practice (GxP) regulations by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate and complete documentation, ensuring rigorous quality control, and completing required training.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team in planning, designing, and implementing maintenance programs for facilities and equipment.
  • Oversee team members to ensure efficient task completion and adherence to maintenance processes.
  • Plan and coordinate maintenance engineering work, including reviewing mechanical and electrical engineering specifications.
  • Perform engineering reviews of proposed new equipment designs for reliability and maintenance.
  • Liaise with production staff to coordinate repair work, safety inspections, and equipment supply with schedules.
  • Participate in the installation and commissioning of new equipment.
  • Lead performance management, drive talent development, and enhance employee engagement and recognition.
  • Make day-to-day decisions affecting team members, including managing task assignments and workflow.
  • Contribute to organizational compliance and continuous improvement.

About the Company

Alcon

Eye care products and vision solutions

Alcon provides eye care products and vision solutions to improve how people see. It develops and manufactures devices and consumables for eye health, including cataract surgery equipment and intraocular lenses, retinal health therapies, and contact lenses, distributed through eye care professionals, hospitals, and consumers. The products work by supporting eye surgery, protecting and restoring vision, or correcting vision with lens-based options, backed by research and development and a global distribution network. Alcon differentiates itself with a broad, end-to-end portfolio across the eye care continuum, a strong emphasis on research and development, strategic partnerships with healthcare providers, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Its goal is to enhance vision and quality of life by delivering reliable, high-quality eye care solutions and advancing the science of eye health.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland
Founded
1945

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