Converting Process Engineer
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Job Summary
Join Darts Paper Operations Team and lead manufacturing process improvements across our converting operations. We are seeking a highly technical engineer with strong experience in converting processes manufacturing systems process optimization and continuous improvement.
This is an opportunity to solve complex manufacturing challenges lead impactful projects and drive innovation across multiple production facilities.
What We Are Looking For..
Were seeking a highly technical engineer with strong converting experience. While paper industry experience is a plus candidates from packaging plastics printing coating laminating extrusion thermoforming and other converting environments are strongly encouraged to apply. The ability to diagnose complex manufacturing issues optimize processes and drive continuous improvement is more important than direct paper industry experience.
- Understanding of converting processes.
- Background inProcess Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
- Board experience from a paper mill is a bonus.
- Quick learners with strong problem-solving skills
- Experience in paper converting or similar industries like plastic converting --a strong plus!
- Lead and manage large complex engineering projects focused on improving manufacturing processes equipment performance and process control systems.
- Coordinate project activities with engineers technicians designers and other cross-functional team members.
- Lead process investigations and root cause analysis efforts to identify and implement sustainable manufacturing solutions.
- Conduct feasibility studies for fabrication assembly processing and manufacturing improvements.
- Troubleshoot production equipment and processes evaluate alternatives and implement engineering solutions that improve performance and reliability.
- Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for equipment and manufacturing processes.
- Partner with production and cross-functional teams to improve equipment processes product quality and operational efficiency.
- Create test plans analyze data and support implementation of process and equipment improvements.
- Develop innovative solutions to complex manufacturing challenges.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency quality safety and service.
- Mentor and support the development of other engineers.
- Serve as a technical resource for manufacturing processes equipment optimization quality improvements and new product or process innovation.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field and six (6) years of engineering experience or an Associates degree and twelve (12) years of related engineering experience.
- Strong technical experience supporting converting operations and manufacturing process experience analyzing production equipment manufacturing processes and materials while successfully solving complex operational issues.
- Experience utilizing structured problem-solving and quality methodologies such as SPC SQC 5S 8D FMEA Root Cause Analysis Gage R&R and DOE.
- Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment in converting packaging printing plastics thermoforming injection molding paper or similar continuous manufacturing environments.
- Proven ability to lead and manage large complex projects with minimal supervision.
- Strong analytical troubleshooting decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license and passport.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in paper converting paper packaging paper cup manufacturing or paper mill operations.
- Experience in plastic converting flexible packaging printing coating laminating extrusion thermoforming or related converting technologies.
- Understanding of paper substrates paper dynamics coatings and fiber-based packaging materials.
- Experience with SPC SQC FMEA DOE Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma and Root Cause Analysis.
- Ability to travel up to 50% with additional travel required during critical projects or business demands.
- Location: Mason MI Federalsburg MD Leola PA or *Remote option avaiable.
- If you are unable to be based at one of our locations (Mason MI Federalsburg MD Leola PA) this position is available as a remote role. Please note that remote work requires 6070% travelto our facilities.
*Dart is unable to employ those who currently live in and expect to work out of any of the following U.S. states: Alaska Arizona Colorado Connecticut Montana New Mexico North Dakota Oregon Rhode Island VirginiaWest Virginiaand Wisconsinhowever relocation assistance to the Mason MI Federalsburg MA or Leola PA area may be considered in lieu of full-time remote list is subject to change at Darts discretion.
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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.
If you experience difficultyapplyingonline you may call Ext 3390 or email us at for assistance.
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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
