Process Engineer

CompoSecure•Pierce, NE

45d•$84,600 - $135,400•Onsite

About The Position

CompoSecure is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Process Engineer to support manufacturing operations and improve yields, troubleshoot production issues, and introduce new products in a high-volume, 24/7 production environment. The engineer will provide production support, optimize processes, and help ensure new products are effectively validated and ramped up. This role is described as working on-site five days a week in Somerset, New Jersey. The posting identifies 1st shift as 7 AM–3 PM and also states that the role will support the afternoon shift, described as 3 PM–11 PM, with occasional coverage across other shifts as needed. The Process Engineer will collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Operations, and manufacturing staff to improve cost, efficiency, throughput, quality, and process control. The role includes maintaining procedures and documentation, monitoring operational KPIs, contributing to audits and customer visits, and ensuring compliance with applicable safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field or equivalent, at least five years of experience in high-volume manufacturing, and demonstrated skills in yield improvement, root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and process control.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering, or an equivalent field.
At least 5 years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment; experience supporting 24/7 operations is preferred.
Proven experience in yield improvement, root cause analysis, and process troubleshooting.
Familiarity with NPI processes, including process validation and production readiness.
Strong working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, and other process control methodologies.
Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel, Minitab, or JMP, and manufacturing systems such as MES or ERP.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across shifts and cross-functional teams.
Willingness to work the afternoon shift (3 PM–11 PM) and occasionally provide coverage across other shifts as needed.
Ability to lift 20 pounds.
Ability to sustain office work for 8 or more hours per day, including sitting, typing, reaching for a telephone, standing at office equipment, and using hearing and sight for phone and computer work.
Ability to perform factory work as needed, including standing at machinery, reaching and pulling to operate machinery, seeing machinery operations, and walking through the shop.

Nice To Haves

Experience in regulated manufacturing, such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, or medical device manufacturing.
Six Sigma Green Belt or Lean certification.
Hands-on experience with automation systems, sensors, or high-throughput equipment.

Responsibilities

Provide real-time process support for production teams on the afternoon shift, minimizing downtime and resolving issues quickly.
Analyze and improve manufacturing yields by identifying root causes of scrap, rework, and process variation using methods such as SPC, FMEA, 5 Whys, and Fishbone analysis.
Lead or support new product introduction activities, including process validation, work instruction development, and ramp-up readiness.
Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, and Operations on continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost, efficiency, and throughput.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, process documentation, and training materials for manufacturing staff.
Support implementation of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma techniques to reduce waste and improve process control.
Monitor KPIs for yield, cycle time, downtime, and quality, and provide regular reporting and action planning.
Participate in audits, customer visits, and internal reviews as a technical subject matter expert for assigned process areas.
Ensure compliance with applicable manufacturing safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Prioritize tasks to address the processes most critical to business results.
Thoroughly document existing processes and new process development, including progressive results, equipment parameters, and work instructions where appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.