Process Engineer II

Giesecke+Devrient

Bolingbrook (IL)

On-site

USD 83,000 - 85,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision

401K with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Flexible spending

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Giesecke+Devrient is seeking a Process Engineer for its Payment Technology division in Bolingbrook, IL. You will drive manufacturing process improvements, lead Lean initiatives, and optimize flow from design through production.

The role requires hands-on problem solving and strong collaboration with cross‑functional teams to meet safety, quality, delivery, cost, and innovation goals. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Engineering, 5+ years in manufacturing/processing, Six Sigma expertise, and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline required.
Minimum 5 years in manufacturing, process engineering, or quality engineering.
Experience with Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Drive advancement of manufacturing processes and material replenishment to meet client pull demands.
Optimize systems, flow, equipment performance and resources; lead tactical efforts toward strategic objectives.
Lead Lean Engineering events; focus on cross-functional improvements to standardize, stabilize, and simplify processes.
Develop and implement systems to increase efficiency across design to manufacture.
Oversee project work on process design ensuring safe, efficient operation.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Team leadership

Data-driven decision making

Problem solving

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

G+D makes the lives of billions of people around the world more secure. We create trust in the digital age with integrated security technologies in three business areas: Digital Security, Financial Platforms and Currency Technology. We have been a reliable partner for our customers for over 170 years with our innovative solutions for SecurityTech! We are an international technology group and traditional family business with over 14,000 employees in 40 countries. Creating Confidence is our path to success. Trust is the basis of our co-operation within G+D.

At Payment Technology, our mission is to be at the start of every transaction and to make it secure and simple. We also create contemporary payment and banking solutions for our digital age. As a one-stop shop, we produce and personalise hundreds of millions of payment cards every year and store their "digital twins" - mobile and digital. Would you like to actively shape the digital transformation with us?

Job Summary

The Process Engineer is responsible for providing hands-on process improvements using a combination of Engineering and Lean skill sets to support our key performance indicators of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Innovation. Responsible for the technical components of quality in card manufacturing and services. Plans, directs and carries out work flow design and R&D assignments.

Duties & Essential Job Functions

Drive the advancement of manufacturing operational processes and material replenishment systems to meet client pull demands.
Optimize systems, flow creation, equipment performance and resources. Lead the tactical efforts towards the achievement of the strategic plan objectives.
Drive the promotion and facilitation of Lean Engineering events supporting the entire value chain. This position will focus on key cross functional process and system improvements allowing us to accelerate the standardization, stability, and simplification in the manufacturing and key client facing business processes.
Develop, enhance, and implement systems that increase efficiency and optimize all phases of service or production processes, from design to manufacturing.
Oversee, and directly participate in, process design projects, and ensure the efficient and safe functioning of all the processes related to producing a product, substance, or service.
Conduct problem solving exercises, including root cause analysis, corrective action, and preventive action implementation for plant operations. Utilizing the following:
- Visual Management systems
- Sustainment of 5S
- Set Up Reduction - SMED methodologies
- Waste Reduction
- Optimizing Inventory Control/Kanban System
- Line Balancing and Flow Creation
- Gemba utilization, including leading huddles
Evaluate existing processes, suggest measures for improvement, and configure manufacturing systems to reduce cost, improve sustainability, boost productivity, quality, and profitability, and develop best practices within the production process.
Implement methods and process designs, create prototypes, conduct testing, and make necessary modifications where required.
Consult with suppliers and vendors and make recommendations relating to materials used in the manufacturing process.
Analyze facility layout, equipment requirements and work flow, and develop plant layouts for improvement of workflow, security and safety.
Oversee installation and start-up of new equipment and processes.
Provide technical input to production and clients.
Develop programs and processes to improve the performance of cards manufactured.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Other Functions And Responsibilities

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their Manager in compliance with applicable Federal and State laws.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Desired Skills And Experience

Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline and/or a combination of college education
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or quality engineering.
Process/Manufacturing Engineering experience in an industrial environment.
Must have proven team leadership / facilitation skill sets.
Practitioner of Six Sigma concepts (or Six Sigma certifications)
Computer proficiency and experience with general engineering software solutions.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Strong practical skills within a Lean manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
Experience with various manufacturing process technologies.
Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and systems.
Lives the Continuous Improvement culture and can drive change.
Passionate about Lean and the attainment of key initiatives.
Strong data driven process and system methodologies.
Ability to hold self and others accountable.
Enjoys plant level, hands-on involvement in the improvement process.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Requires working on shop floor – regularly standing, walking, bending, squatting, twisting and stooping.
Requires the ability to lift 15 pounds with occasional lifting to upwards of 30 pounds.
Regular and consistent attendance, including overtime whether on a voluntary or mandatory basis.

The pay range for this position is $83,000 – $85,000 per year and is eligible for an annual bonus.

Benefits offered to eligible employees include: