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 yield improvement, daily production troubleshooting, and new product introduction in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment operating 24/7. The role provides real-time process support, helps maintain production performance, and supports the onboarding and ramp-up of new products. The position is based on-site in Somerset, New Jersey, and the stated schedule is 11 PM–7 AM, with occasional support across other shifts as needed. The Process Engineer works with production teams and cross-functional partners to improve manufacturing yield, address scrap and process variation, and advance cost, efficiency, throughput, and process control. The role also develops and maintains process documentation, procedures, work instructions, and training materials, and supports audits, customer visits, and compliance with applicable safety, quality, and regulatory standards. CompoSecure offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, potential annual or quarterly incentive-plan participation, and opportunities for career growth and advancement. The listed annual pay range is $84,600–$135,400; offers are negotiated based on qualifications.

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 stated 11 PM–7 AM shift and occasionally support coverage across other shifts.
Ability to lift 20 pounds and sustain office and factory work as described in the physical requirements.
Ability to perform office tasks including sitting, typing, reaching for a telephone, standing at office equipment, and using hearing and sight for phone and computer use.
Ability to perform factory tasks 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 to production teams and resolve issues to minimize downtime.
Analyze and improve manufacturing yields, identifying root causes of scrap, rework, and process variation using data-driven methods such as SPC, FMEA, 5 Whys, and Fishbone analysis.
Lead or support new product introduction, including process validation, work-instruction development, and ramp-up readiness.
Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, and Operations on continuous improvement focused on cost, efficiency, and throughput.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, process documentation, and training materials for manufacturing staff.
Support Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma implementation to reduce waste and improve process control.
Monitor and report KPIs for yield, cycle time, downtime, and quality, and develop action plans.
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 so critical processes affecting business results receive attention.
Thoroughly document existing processes and new process development, including progressive results, equipment parameters, and work instructions where appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Occasionally provide coverage across other shifts as needed.