Molded Fiber Process Engineer
Job Summary
The Entry-Level Process Engineer will support Darts Molded Fiber manufacturing operations through process improvement project execution troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives. This role will work closely with plant teams and engineering leaders to support critical operational and capital projects across multiple facilities.
The ideal candidate is humble hands-on eager to learn and comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team. This role requires the flexibility to travel to manufacturing locations and actively engage on the production floor.
- Support Molded Fiber manufacturing operations through process analysis and improvement initiatives.
- Participate in critical engineering and capital project work across multiple facilities.
- Assist with process troubleshooting root cause investigations and implementation of corrective actions.
- Partner with production maintenance quality and technical teams to improve safety quality and productivity.
- Collect and analyze process data to support engineering recommendations and decision-making.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation operating procedures and project reports.
- Participate in equipment startups process validation activities and new technology implementations.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Travel to manufacturing facilities to support projects and operations as needed.
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Manufacturing Chemical Industrial Plastics Paper Science or related Engineering discipline.
- Internship co-op research or manufacturing experience preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to travel up to 50%.
- Humble and willing to learn from operators technicians and experienced engineers.
- Comfortable spending time in manufacturing environments.
- Self-motivated and proactive.
- Strong team player who collaborates effectively across functions.
- Interested in developing a career supporting process and manufacturing technologies.
Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. Were a family-owned family-focused company of 12000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason MI with 30 locations in three countries were proud of our ability to innovate manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.
Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits including medical dental vision life insurance 401(k) with company matching contributions paid vacation paid holidays short-term disability tuition assistance product discounts and more.
Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.
*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.
Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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About Company
Dart is an acknowledged leader in the manufacture of single-use food and beverage packaging products, with distribution across the globe. Offering the Dart and Solo product brands, we have consistently set the Industry Standard of Excellence for quality, service, and representation. ... View more