Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Plastics & Injection Molding

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

About CompoSecure

Founded in 2000, CompoSecure (Nasdaq: CMPO) 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:

We are seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer with specialized expertise in plastics manufacturing, particularly injection molding. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of injection molding processes, tooling, mold design, injection machines, and auxiliary equipment to support production. In addition to plastics expertise, this role will drive manufacturing excellence through yield improvement, process optimization, defect analysis, and automation integration.

This position plays a crucial role in ensuring high-quality, efficient production while identifying and implementing process improvements. The ideal candidate will have a background in automation, system design, and defect analysis in plastic components.

The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer will work out of our Somerset, NJ location 5 days a week and report to the Director, Advanced Technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

Plastics & Injection Molding Focus

• Injection Molding Process Optimization: Improve molding processes, reduce cycle times, and enhance efficiency while maintaining high product quality.
• Tooling and Mold Design: Work with the tooling team to develop and optimize molds, ensuring manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and longevity.
• Equipment Management: Oversee the selection, installation, and maintenance of injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment to ensure smooth production operations.
• Material Processing: Understand material behavior in injection molding and optimize process parameters for different resin types.
• Defect Analysis & Troubleshooting: Conduct in-process and post-production defect analysis for surface defects, sink marks, short shots, and warping, implementing corrective actions.

Manufacturing Process Optimization & Automation

• Yield Improvement: Analyze production processes to enhance yield, reduce scrap, and improve efficiency.
• Automation & Machine Integration: Collaborate with automation engineers to integrate robotics, PLCs, and vision systems into molding and assembly lines.
• Data-Driven Process Improvement: Use SPC, Six Sigma, and DoE methodologies to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with R&D, Operations, and Quality teams to align on process improvements, new product launches, and validation.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives for cost reduction, cycle time improvement, and overall manufacturing efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in injection molding, process improvement, automation, or yield optimization in a manufacturing environment.

Technical Expertise:

• Strong knowledge of injection molding processes, mold design, toolmaking, injection machines, and auxiliary equipment.
• Understanding material science related to plastics, including shrinkage, viscosity, and cooling rates.
• Experience with surface defect engineering and defect analysis in molded components.
• Automation Knowledge: Familiarity with PLC programming, robotic automation, and vision systems for quality control.
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills: Proven ability to troubleshoot molding issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Lean & Six Sigma Experience: Understanding of SPC, DoE, Lean Manufacturing, and process control strategies to drive continuous improvement.

Skills:

• Hands-on experience in scientific molding techniques (RJG, Decoupled Molding, etc.).
• Experience with ISO 13485 (medical devices) or automotive quality standards.
• Familiarity with automation integration for injection molding, including conveyors, robotic part handling, and automated quality inspection.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing quality systems, validation, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with thermal analysis, mold flow simulation, or warpage prediction software.

Please note: CompoSecure does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited resumes sent to CompoSecure, including to our employees, will become the property of CompoSecure and may be used without any obligation to pay referral or placement fees. Any agency or recruiter seeking to work with CompoSecure's Talent Acquisition Team should contact our team directly by sending an email to [e-mail].

CompoSecure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.