Process Engineering Supervisor

Amphenol Apc; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol is seeking a Supervisor, Process Engineering in Nashua, NH to lead a team focused on optimizing PCB manufacturing workflows, improving yields, and ensuring quality standards. You will mentor engineers, drive CAPA, support NPI, and champion continuous improvement across IPC/ISO/NADCAP frameworks.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years’ process engineering and 1-3 years in a supervisory role, plus strong problem solving and leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years in process engineering.
• 3+ years in team lead or supervisory roles in manufacturing.
• Strong problem solving, communication and leadership abilities.
• Familiarity with PCB/semiconductor manufacturing and IPC standards.
• Six Sigma/Lean certification or training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate day-to-day performance of a process engineering team.
• Assign projects, set goals, monitor milestones, and ensure accountability.
• Promote continuous learning, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Assist with resource planning, performance reviews, and hiring.
• Oversee PCB fabrication processes across wet/dry processing and imaging.
• Lead CAPA efforts for yield losses, returns, or scrap spikes.
• Maintain SOPs and standard work; support NPI transitions.
• Lead Six Sigma and Lean initiatives to improve throughput and reduce waste.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Team leadership

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Minitab

CAD/CAM tools

Job description

Reporting directly to the Process Engineering Manager, the supervisor will lead, mentor, and direct a team of process engineers dedicated to optimizing manufacturing workflows, improving product yields, maintaining quality standards, and implementing advanced PCB manufacturing technologies.

Duties/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 all assignments.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, technical growth, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Assist the Process Engineering Manager with resource planning, performance reviews, and hiring process.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Oversee and troubleshoot PCB fabrication processes across wet processing (plating, etching, surface finish), dry processing (drill, route, lamination), imaging, and solder mask.
• Drive root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for yield losses, customer returns, or scrap spikes.
• Establish, standardize, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and short sheets (SS).
• Support new product introduction (NPI) to ensure seamless transition from design/prototyping to full-scale volume production.
• Lead Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing initiatives to enhance throughput, reduce waste, and increase overall equipment effectiveness.
• Apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools to monitor capability (Cp & Cpk), identify trends, and maintain tight process windows.
• Work collaboratively with Quality Assurance, Operations, and Maintenance teams to maintain compliance with industry standards (IPC, ISO, AS9100, NADCAP).

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of process engineering experience in printed circuit board (PCB) or semiconductor fabrication.
• 1-3 years of team lead, supervisory, or project management experience within 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 (QMS).
• Certification in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or related methods.
• Experience with advanced PCB technologies (e.g., HDI, RF, Flex, Rigid Flex, Book Binders).
• Proficiency in statistics and statistical software such as Minitab.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to bridge complex details with shop-floor execution.

Amphenol offers a competitive salary and benefits. The candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) (20). Amphenol is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

Amphenol is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.