Continuous Improvement Lead

CompoSecure, L.L.C.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Annual bonus opportunities

Job summary

CompoSecure is seeking a Continuous Improvement Lead in New Jersey to advance safety, quality, delivery, and cost through Kaizen facilitation and Lean leadership. You will drive KPI-driven improvements, coach teams, and lead cross-functional initiatives across manufacturing operations.

Ideal candidates have a strong Six Sigma background, track record in high-volume production, and excellent project management skills to build a problem-solving culture and sustain gains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Proven experience in high‑volume production environments.
• Strong background in performance KPI improvements.
• Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent project management and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Kaizen facilitation and leading workshops from charter through countermeasures.
• Monitor KPIs related to yield, throughput, scrap, cost, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and advance improvement opportunities.
• Lead yield improvement projects and apply lean/Six Sigma to sustain gains.
• Serve as liaison among manufacturing, engineering, quality, supply chain, and product management.

Skills

Kaizen facilitation

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical engineering or related field

Job description

At CompoSecure, we are redefining the future of payment card technology. As a global leader in premium metal payment cards and fintech solutions, we combine innovation with craftsmanship to deliver exceptional products for the world's leading financial institutions.

We're looking for talented individuals who share our passion for excellence and innovation.

Position Overview

The Continuous Improvement Lead will be responsible for advancing measurable improvement in safety, quality, delivery, and cost within operations and functional areas. This role leads and facilitates continuous improvement initiatives, helps build a problem‑solving culture, leverage performance results to identify improvement target areas. Kaizen facilitation, value stream mapping, and developing team members is a core responsibility of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Kaizen Facilitation
• Plan, facilitate, and lead Kaizen workshop events from charter through implementation of countermeasures.
• Monitor and manage KPIs related to yield, throughput, scrap, cost, quality, and on‑time delivery.
• Work closely with cross functional teams to identify and advance improvement opportunities

2. Yield Improvement Projects

• Identify, prioritize, and execute initiatives aimed at enhancing yield and optimizing processes.
• Collaborate with process engineers, quality assurance teams, and operators to address and prevent production inefficiencies.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma techniques, and root cause analysis to ensure problems are correctly defined, solving, and has lasting improvements.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
• Serve as the liaison among manufacturing, engineering, quality, supply chain, and product management.
• Facilitate product and process improvements with consideration of customers expectation
• Continuous Improvement & Lean Leadership
• Drive operational excellence in alignment with the operating system.
• Lead Kaizen events, standard work setup, and waste reduction efforts.
• Coach team members on lean tools and problem-solving.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience
• Proven experience in high‑volume production environments.
• Strong background in performance KPI improvements
• Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent project management and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Preferred

• Experience in Lean, Six Sigma Green Belt, or higher.
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and advanced manufacturing analytics.
• Experience facilitating Kaizens

Key Competencies

• Strong ownership mindset and accountability.
• Strategic and tactical problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Effective communicator at all levels of the organization.
• Data‑driven decision making.
• Ability to develop others

About CompoSecure

CompoSecure, a GPGI business (NYSE: GPGI), is the leading manufacturer of Premium Metal Payment Cards and also offers best‑in‑class Authentication and Digital Asset solutions. The Company’s offerings combine elegance, simplicity, and security to deliver exceptional experiences and peace of mind, enabling trust for millions of people around the globe. For more information, please visit www.CompoSecure.com and www.GetArculus.com.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and work‑life balance, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage; FSA/HSA options; company‑paid life and disability insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid time off (PTO) and holidays; annual bonus opportunities; an employee assistance program (EAP); and opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Additional details will be provided during the hiring process.

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

CompoSecure offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are shaping the future of financial technology.

Pay Range

Incentive Compensation

Offers will be negotiated based on each candidate's qualifications.

This role may be eligible to participate in our annual or quarterly incentive plan. Incentives are earned based on employee performance against defined metrics and company goals.

Benefits

Full‑time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes Group Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Group Term Life Insurance, and 401(k) retirement plan. You will be eligible to participate in benefits on the first day of the month after your hire date.

CompoSecure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.