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HSE Manager roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in environmental science, safety engineering, or a related field. Employers in manufacturing, energy, construction, and chemicals regularly file LCAs for this title. The 85,000-cap lottery applies, but cap-exempt employers, universities and nonprofits, offer an alternative path.
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At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health. We foster an inclusive culture, recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers. Are you ready to join us?
Alcon is looking to hire a Facilities and HSE Manager. The Facilities and HSE Manager is responsible for all building related activities to ensure the proper operation of the facility. The Facilities and HSE Manager is also responsible for Health Safety and Environmental compliance for the site. The position reports into the Site Leader, is a member of the Site Leadership Team, and collaborates with all functions at the site as well as Alcon’s corporate HSE, Security and Facilities organizations.
This role is on-site in Durham, NC and a typical day would include:
- Manage daily Facilities, Safety, and Hazwaste operations for a 65,000 square foot Pharmaceutical R&D facility with 70+ personnel.
- Manage all facility-related projects, including maintenance, facility improvements and facility-related capital projects.
- Negotiates vendor agreements and ensures compliance to scope of work, including janitorial and HVAC, electrical, and plumbing contractors.
- Inspects, and with vendor support, maintains utilities, backup power, and HVAC systems.
- Submits strategic forecasting for the facility’s upcoming needs and requirements. Prepares the annual Facilities and HSE expense and capital budgets and manages spend to meet budget targets.
- Supports departments in GMP operations.
- Responsible for Security at the site, including adding/removing users from the security access system.
- Leads HSE activities for the site. Develops effective and efficient HSE Management System and incorporates Global HSE initiatives/programs into sites HSE programs. Ensures the site complies with all regulatory requirements and Alcon HSE standards.
- Develops and drives risk management programs for the site.
- Ongoing support to the sites continuous improvement culture by developing and implementing quantifiable improvement initiatives.
- Leads site HSE audits.
- Responsible for incident management and monthly HSE data reporting.
- Responsible for chemical waste management and wastewater management for the site.
- Serves as Primary Emergency Coordinator and Hazwaste Manager.
- Leads the Safety Team and promotes a culture of safety.
- Collaborates with the property manager/landlord on matters related to the building lease.
- Create and/or update facility and site HSE SOPs as needed.
- Ensure appropriate metrics/KPIs are recorded and monitored. Suggest actions if metrics are below target.
- Manage, develop and maintain all space planning requirements, including internal employee moves, new hires and floor plans.
- Ability to collaborate across functions within the site as well as with corporate stakeholders, the facility landlord, third party vendors and regulators.
- Ability to act with initiative and good judgment and work independently. Responsive to site emergencies at all hours.
- Demonstrated effectiveness as a hands-on, results-oriented person who is willing and able to work on a broad variety of activities and projects.
- Excellent technical troubleshooting and resolution skills with service-oriented mindset.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact with peers as well as with senior leaders in the company.
What You’ll Bring to Alcon:
- Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
- 5 Years of Relevant Experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience managing a lab and office facility strongly desired, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Strong understanding of HSE regulations and requirements and managing workplace HSE programs.
- Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems, and experience working with Building Management Systems.
- Experience supporting a GMP lab or manufacturing environment.
- Experience negotiating contracts with vendors.
- Work with Microsoft Office Suite, ERP software (e.g., SAP), building management systems (preferably Desigo), and other software.
How You Can Thrive at Alcon:
- 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 and much more.
- Travel up to 10%
- Sponsorship - Yes
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Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Hse Manager
Verify your degree field supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree and the HSE Manager role. A degree in occupational health, environmental engineering, or industrial hygiene is strongest. Safety management or general business degrees face higher RFE risk without supplemental credentials.
Target industries with consistent LCA filing history
Manufacturing, oil and gas, chemical processing, and utilities file LCAs for HSE Managers at higher rates than other sectors. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by occupation code and see verified DOL filing history before you apply.
Check prevailing wage levels before negotiating offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your metro area and job zone. Run your target locations through the OFLC Wage Search to know Level I through Level IV benchmarks before entering any salary conversation.
Pursue professional certifications that strengthen your petition
CSP, CIH, or CHMM certifications signal specialized expertise that supports the specialty occupation argument in your I-129 petition. USCIS adjudicators weigh industry-recognized credentials when degree-to-role alignment is borderline.
Ask about cap-exempt employer status early in recruiting
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-related entities can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery cap. HSE Manager roles exist at these organizations, and a cap-exempt filing can start any time of year with no registration deadline.
Confirm your employer is enrolled in E-Verify before your start date
All H-1B sponsors must use E-Verify to confirm your work authorization. If an employer hasn't enrolled, USCIS won't approve the petition. Ask your HR contact to confirm E-Verify enrollment as part of your pre-offer due diligence.
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Does an HSE Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but the petition requires clear documentation that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as environmental science, occupational health, or safety engineering. Roles framed as general supervisory positions without a defined degree requirement are more likely to receive an RFE from USCIS. O*NET classifies HSE management within job zone four, which supports the specialty occupation argument.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for HSE Manager positions?
Manufacturing, oil and gas extraction, chemical processing, utilities, and large construction firms have the strongest filing history for this occupation. These industries face mandatory regulatory compliance under OSHA and EPA frameworks, creating consistent demand for qualified HSE professionals. You can browse verified sponsoring employers by occupation code on Migrate Mate, which surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data for this role.
Can my employer file an H-1B petition for an HSE Manager role outside the annual lottery?
Yes, if your employer qualifies as cap-exempt. Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and entities affiliated with a government research organization can file petitions year-round without entering the USCIS registration lottery. Some HSE Manager roles at hospital systems or university facilities management departments fall under this category, so it's worth confirming your employer's cap-exempt status directly.
What prevailing wage level typically applies to H-1B-sponsored HSE Manager roles?
Most entry-level HSE Manager positions are filed at DOL Level I or Level II, while senior or program-lead roles land at Level III or Level IV. The level depends on your years of experience, supervisory scope, and the complexity of the regulatory environment you'll manage. Use the OFLC Wage Search with your target metro area and the relevant SOC code to see the current wage floor before accepting an offer.
How does changing employers affect my H-1B status as an HSE Manager?
H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition on your behalf, as long as your current H-1B is valid and the new role is in the same or a substantially similar occupation. HSE Manager to EHS Director or environmental compliance roles typically qualify. Your new employer must file before your current status expires to maintain continuous authorization.
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