Process Engineering Supervisor

Amphenol Printed Circuits•Nashua, NH

About The Position

The Process Engineering Supervisor reports directly to the Process Engineering Manager and leads, mentors, and directs a team of process engineers focused on optimizing manufacturing workflows, improving product yields, maintaining quality standards, and implementing advanced PCB manufacturing technologies. The role oversees and troubleshoots PCB fabrication processes across wet processing (including plating, etching, and surface finish), dry processing (including drilling, routing, and lamination), imaging, and solder mask. The supervisor drives root-cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions for yield losses, customer returns, or scrap spikes; establishes and maintains standard operating procedures and short sheets; and supports new product introduction from design and prototyping through volume production. The role also leads Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives, applies Statistical Process Control tools to monitor process capability and trends, and collaborates with Quality Assurance, Operations, and Maintenance to maintain compliance with industry standards. The position requires the candidate to be legally authorized to work in the United States and to qualify as a U.S. person under the specified ITAR and U.S. statutory definitions. The employer cannot provide sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
At least 3 years of process engineering experience in printed circuit board or semiconductor fabrication.
1–3 years of team lead, supervisory, or project management experience in a manufacturing environment.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Proficient computer skills and knowledge.
Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and committed to driving excellence.
Deep understanding of printed circuit board manufacturing, IPC standards, and Quality Management Systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to bridge complex technical details with shop-floor execution.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.
Must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and the definition in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20).

Nice To Haves

Certification in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or related methods.
Experience with advanced PCB technologies such as HDI, RF, Flex, Rigid Flex, or Book Binders.
Proficiency in statistics and statistical software such as Minitab.
Familiarity with CAD/CAM tools.

Responsibilities

Supervise, mentor, and evaluate the day-to-day performance of a team of process engineers.
Assign engineering projects, establish goals, monitor milestones, and ensure technical accountability across assignments.
Promote continuous learning, technical growth, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Assist the Process Engineering Manager with resource planning, performance reviews, and hiring.
Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
Oversee and troubleshoot PCB fabrication processes, including wet processing, dry processing, imaging, and solder mask.
Drive root-cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions for yield losses, customer returns, or scrap spikes.
Establish, standardize, and maintain standard operating procedures and short sheets.
Support new product introduction and the transition from design and prototyping to full-scale volume production.
Lead Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing initiatives to improve throughput, reduce waste, and increase overall equipment effectiveness.
Apply Statistical Process Control tools to monitor process capability, identify trends, and maintain process windows.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Operations, and Maintenance teams to maintain compliance with industry standards.