Manufacturing Associate III(EG)-MULTIPLE OPENINGS

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better. Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives.

About the role

Safely operate highly automated and technical equipment and machines in all phases of the contact lens manufacturing process in accordance with all standard operating procedures and cGMP/FDA regulations and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate highly automated and technical contact lens manufacturing equipment from multiple equipment vendors in all phases of the contact lens manufacturing process. May be responsible for any part of the manufacturing process including the manufacturing of the contact lens, packaging and inspection, in-process lens inspection and audit, sterilization, etc.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with all established work instructions, SOPs, and procedures. May provide written input to the continuous improvement of procedures for troubleshooting and operation.
• Independently identify, diagnose, correct, and document process trends, faults, and problems. Utilize complex and detailed troubleshooting procedures to determine the best course of action for maximizing reliability of complex automation. Responsible for proper communication of troubleshooting activities.
• Perform in-process quality inspections utilizing inspection tools, including visual inspection, to assess product quality.
• Ensure all quality procedures are followed. Understand and accurately complete documentation to ensure compliant quality records. Escalate issues to Team Leader/Group Leader, maintenance, or engineer. As needed, interface directly with support personnel regarding operational and technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with established quality standards, test schedules, maintenance schedules, and production schedules.
• Provide feedback to Team Leader/Group Leader for daily production reports (shift logs) to include shift performance, shift accomplishments, and ongoing issues. As needed, responsible for coordinating the creation of shift logs, writing, and distributing.
• Responsible for reviewing production reports and shift logs for understanding of process events that occur outside of assigned work hours.
• As needed, perform corrective and preventative maintenance of equipment in cooperation with the plant maintenance team and other shifts.
• Work independently as well as in a team environment. Support, encourage, and participate in team-related activities (production meetings, in-service training, shift crossover, etc.).
• Responsible for sharing job knowledge and helping train new and existing team members on manufacturing processes and safety protocols to ensure consistent quality and operational excellence.
• Participate actively in cross-training initiatives across multiple production areas to enhance team flexibility and support continuous workflow improvement.
• Follow all safety procedures and practices.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree or technical certifications in a related field (electrical, mechanical, engineering preferred).
• Minimum of 2 or more years of related manufacturing experience. Equivalent combination of education, technical certifications/trainings, and experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated understanding of troubleshooting.
• Basic math skills including addition and subtraction.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new applications and programs.
• Shift flexibility and the ability to work overtime.
• Experience in a regulated industry (like medical devices) is helpful, but not required.

Schedule

• Day and Night Shifts available: 6:00 am - 6:00 pm and 6:00 pm - 6:00 am following a 2-2-3 schedule with built-in overtime and days off.
• Night Shift differential: $1.25/hr.

Pay

The starting pay for this role is between $18.00 - $24.00 per hour. The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Eye Health, Disability, and Life Insurance begins on your hire date.
• 401K Plan with company match and ongoing company contribution.
• Paid time off – vacation (3 weeks - prorated upon hire), floating holidays, and sick time.
• Employee Incentive Bonus.
• Tuition Reimbursement (select degrees).
• Ongoing performance feedback and annual compensation review.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. They may also be eligible to participate in additional benefits such as a tuition reimbursement program (select degrees), company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others.