Process Engineer - Paper Converting

Apply Your Engineering Expertise to Optimize Manufacturing Processes!

Join our Paper Operations Team and play a key role in optimizing and improving process control systems, from raw materials to finished products. We are looking for candidates with experience in paper and plastic converting this experience is a plus.

This is your chance to drive innovation, improve efficiency, and manage projects that shape the future of sustainable packaging.

Location: Chicago, IL, Mason, MI, Federalsburg MA, or Leola, PA

• If you are unable to be based at one of our facility locations (Mason, MI | Chicago, IL | Federalsburg, MD | Leola, PA), this position is available as a remote role. Please note that remote work requires 60–70% travelto our facilities.
  
  

What We Are Looking For..

• Experience in paper converting or similar industries like plastic converting -- a strong plus!
• Understanding of paper dynamics and converting processes.
• Background in Process Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Board experience from a paper mill is a bonus.
• Quick learners with strong problem-solving skills
  
  

What You'll Do...

• Support converting processes for paper cups and other substrates.
• Lead projects to enhance production efficiency and quality.
• Collaborate across teams to implement cutting-edge solutions.
• Manage and complete projects of varying sizes and durations
• Coordinate with engineers, technicians, and designers to optimize processes
• Lead process failure investigations and implement long-term solutions
• Conduct feasibility studies for fabrication and processing improvements
• Assist with assembly and disassembly of process equipment
• Troubleshoot and implement engineering solutions to enhance operations
• Develop and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for equipment and processes
• Work closely with production teams to improve efficiency and product quality
• Create test parameters and analyze performance data for process optimization
• Develop and execute continuous improvement plans
• Mentor and guide junior engineers
  
  

What You'll Need...

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in engineering or related field of study and three (3) years of related engineering experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Experience analyzing production equipment, processes and materials and solving issues
• Proven experience in project management
• Strong coordination and leadership skills
• Ability to conduct feasibility studies and troubleshoot engineering issues
• Experience in developing SOPs and continuous improvement plans
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, additional travel may be required during critical projects or business demands
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and passport
• 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, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin, however relocation assistance to the Mason, MI, Federalsburg MA, or Leola, PA area may be considered in lieu of full-time remote work. This list is subject to change at Dart’s discretion.
  
  

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 more than 50 years. Dart is a family-owned, family-focused company of 13,000 employees united by a shared set of values. Headquartered in Mason, MI, Dart has 30 locations in four countries.

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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