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$110,000.00/yr - $128,000.00/yr 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:
The R&D team at CompoSecure is looking for a Project Manager who challenges the status quo and works with passion. We turn an everyday payment card into an exciting and desirable secure artwork. CompoSecure created the metal credit card segment, and we would like to create the next payment card innovation with you. The primary responsibility of the Engineering Project to lead cross-functional projects spanning research and development (R&D), New Product Introduction (NPI), process scale-up, and commercialization within a manufacturing setting. This role will bridge the gap between R&D, operations, and commercial teams, ensuring that innovative products are developed, industrialized, and launched to market on time, within budget, and to spec. The project manager must work well on a team and utilize strong analytical and problem-solving skills. In addition, the position executes and completes independent projects. In this role the project manager is an integral part of the team and will be hands-on with tasks when needed. The Engineering Project Manager will be expected to work on-site five days a week in our Somerset, NJ office. Key Responsibilities: Lead NPI and commercialization projects from concept to production, ensuring alignment with business goals and manufacturing capabilities. Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, scopes, and risk mitigation plans. Serve as the main point of contact between engineering, product development, operations, supply chain, marketing, and quality teams. Facilitate design for manufacturability (DFM) reviews and drive readiness of production systems to support product launches. Coordinate prototype builds, pilot runs, and process validations, ensuring scalability and cost-efficiency. Oversee technology transfer from R&D to production, ensuring technical documentation, SOPs, and training are in place. Track and report project progress to leadership using dashboards and status reports. Implement continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles during product ramp-up and steady-state production. Ensure all projects adhere to compliance standards (e.g., ISO)and internal quality systems. Other Important Responsibilities: Consistently demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks to ensure most critical processes impacting business results are being addressed Thorough documentation of existing processes and new process development, inclusive of progressive results, specific equipment parameters and work instructions where appropriate Other miscellaneous duties as assigned Timely Corrective Action response and resolution to relevant project situations Engage and support companywide Safety and Cleanliness programs Qualifications: · Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related discipline); Master's or PMP certification preferred. · A minimum of 5 years of experience managing engineering projects in manufacturing, including new product introductions (NPIs). · Demonstrated experience bringing new products from concept to market in a manufacturing environment. · Strong understanding of product lifecycle management (PLM), engineering change processes, and manufacturing scale-up. · Proficient in project management tools (e.g., Jira and others) and PLM systems. · Exceptional problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills. Preferred Experience: Experience working in cross-functional development teams within consumer goods, electronics, medical devices, or automotive industries. Knowledge of stage-gate or agile NPI processes. Experience with automation, rapid prototyping, or digital manufacturing tools. Comfortable with office automation to create workflows and automate tasks. (Power BI, Power Automate) Familiarity with CAD Familiarity with cost modeling, supply chain integration, and supplier qualification during commercialization. Familiar with new product testing & qualification processes Manufacturing experience Chemical Hygiene/Hazardous materials training ISO process familiarity Physical requirements and work environment: Must be able to lift 20 lbs; Must be able to sustain office work for 8+ hours per day including the following: Sitting in an office chair Typing Reaching for the telephone Standing at office equipment Hearing for phone use Must be able to sustain factory work as needed including the following: Standing at machinery Reaching and pulling to operate machinery Sight for machinery operation Walking through shop Office environment is of moderate noise level. Shop noise levels are such that protective ear-coverings are recommended. At CompoSecure, we believe in supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that promotes health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Our full-time team members enjoy access to: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Benefits eligibility and details will be shared during the hiring process. We're excited to support you in building a rewarding career with us. 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. 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 recruiting@composecure.com. Seniority level
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Engineering Project Manager
role at
CompoSecure 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Engineering Project Manager
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CompoSecure This range is provided by CompoSecure. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$110,000.00/yr - $128,000.00/yr 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:
The R&D team at CompoSecure is looking for a Project Manager who challenges the status quo and works with passion. We turn an everyday payment card into an exciting and desirable secure artwork. CompoSecure created the metal credit card segment, and we would like to create the next payment card innovation with you. The primary responsibility of the Engineering Project to lead cross-functional projects spanning research and development (R&D), New Product Introduction (NPI), process scale-up, and commercialization within a manufacturing setting. This role will bridge the gap between R&D, operations, and commercial teams, ensuring that innovative products are developed, industrialized, and launched to market on time, within budget, and to spec. The project manager must work well on a team and utilize strong analytical and problem-solving skills. In addition, the position executes and completes independent projects. In this role the project manager is an integral part of the team and will be hands-on with tasks when needed. The Engineering Project Manager will be expected to work on-site five days a week in our Somerset, NJ office. Key Responsibilities: Lead NPI and commercialization projects from concept to production, ensuring alignment with business goals and manufacturing capabilities. Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, scopes, and risk mitigation plans. Serve as the main point of contact between engineering, product development, operations, supply chain, marketing, and quality teams. Facilitate design for manufacturability (DFM) reviews and drive readiness of production systems to support product launches. Coordinate prototype builds, pilot runs, and process validations, ensuring scalability and cost-efficiency. Oversee technology transfer from R&D to production, ensuring technical documentation, SOPs, and training are in place. Track and report project progress to leadership using dashboards and status reports. Implement continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles during product ramp-up and steady-state production. Ensure all projects adhere to compliance standards (e.g., ISO)and internal quality systems. 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Preferred Experience: Experience working in cross-functional development teams within consumer goods, electronics, medical devices, or automotive industries. Knowledge of stage-gate or agile NPI processes. Experience with automation, rapid prototyping, or digital manufacturing tools. Comfortable with office automation to create workflows and automate tasks. (Power BI, Power Automate) Familiarity with CAD Familiarity with cost modeling, supply chain integration, and supplier qualification during commercialization. Familiar with new product testing & qualification processes Manufacturing experience Chemical Hygiene/Hazardous materials training ISO process familiarity Physical requirements and work environment: Must be able to lift 20 lbs; Must be able to sustain office work for 8+ hours per day including the following: Sitting in an office chair Typing Reaching for the telephone Standing at office equipment Hearing for phone use Must be able to sustain factory work as needed including the following: Standing at machinery Reaching and pulling to operate machinery Sight for machinery operation Walking through shop Office environment is of moderate noise level. Shop noise levels are such that protective ear-coverings are recommended. At CompoSecure, we believe in supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that promotes health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Our full-time team members enjoy access to: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Benefits eligibility and details will be shared during the hiring process. We're excited to support you in building a rewarding career with us. 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. 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 recruiting@composecure.com. Seniority level
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Job function Project Management Industries Technology, Information and Internet Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at CompoSecure by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
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