R&D Technician 1st Shift 7 AM to 3 PM

CompoSecure • Somerset, NJ

8h

About The Position

About CompoSecure Founded in 2000, CompoSecure is a technology partner to market leaders, fintechs and consumers enabling trust for millions of people around the globe. The company combines elegance, simplicity, and security to deliver exceptional experiences and peace of mind in the physical and digital world. CompoSecure's innovative payment card technology and metal cards with Arculus security and authentication capabilities deliver unique, premium branded experiences, enable people to access and use their financial and digital assets, and ensure trust at the point of a transaction. For more information, please visit www.CompoSecure.com and www.GetArculus.com . Position Overview: This position executes manufacturing operations on prototype and research samples, as directed by the Prototype Lead. The technician is also responsible for documenting equipment parameters, recipes, and key attributes for completed operations.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of work experience
• Enthusiastic attitude, flexible to new or changing circumstances, professional demeanor, sensitive to client needs, self-motivated, creative and innovative
• Ability to function as an active team member with limited supervision
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to self-check own work
• Task oriented with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload
• Ability to accept responsibility and account for own actions
• Capable of understanding and carrying out oral and written directives
• Computer literacy including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Use of precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks tied to sample requests, work orders, leadership, support engineering, graphics, supply chain, sales, and other internal groups as needed.
• Independently execute the following operations for all product types: Machine set-up, shut down, and changeover Stamping and embedding Final inspection and packing CNC milling / engraving Material preparation: sub assembly/surface finishes Industrial inkjet Laser cutting Tacking Lamination Precision leveling Laser engraving
• Perform quality checks including reviewing current part with proof for product accuracy
• Understand expectations of work instruction set
• Document all parameters and processes for future repeatability
• Ensure high quality of all products while continually verifying accuracy of settings
• Record processing/quality issues and resolution
• Elevate to manager any manufacturing or equipment concerns
• Coordinate with other team members within the prototype group
• Assist research engineers as required
• Maintain inventory and retain control
• Update project status tracking software
• Identify and understand various materials used in build
• Work with team to match previously targeted color samples
• Assist production when necessary
• Timely corrective action response and resolution to relevant project situations
• Engage and support companywide safety and cleanliness programs
• Operate assigned equipment safely and efficiently
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Advancement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree