Lead Process Engineer: Drive Manufacturing Improvements

Dart Container; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Short-term disability

Tuition assistance

Product discounts

Job summary

Dart Container in Lancaster, PA, seeks a Process Engineer to lead meaningful projects, improve process control systems, and turn production challenges into smarter, safer, and more efficient solutions across our manufacturing operations.

You will collaborate with engineers, technicians, and production teams to design, implement, and optimize processes, ensuring safety, quality, and cost improvements while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across multiple facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 3+ years of experience or equivalent
• Experience analyzing production equipment, materials, and processes and resolving issues
• Knowledge of SPC/SQC, 5S, 8D, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Gage R&R, DOE
• Ability to develop and manage Process Control Plans and Process Reaction Plans
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes such as thermoforming, injection molding, printing, or paper processing preferred
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, materials, and production systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering projects of moderate to large scope, ensuring timely completion and alignment with business goals
• Design, improve, and implement process control systems and procedures
• Troubleshoot production issues and develop practical, scalable engineering solutions
• Conduct process failure analyses, audits, and root cause investigations to drive consistency across operations
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and process documentation
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, technicians, production teams, and other departments
• Perform feasibility studies related to manufacturing processes including fabrication, machining, and assembly
• Establish and implement continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and cost
• Create and execute test plans, analyze data, and implement process improvements
• Assist with equipment diagnosis and provide hands‑on support during troubleshooting activities
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, GMP, and regulatory requirements

Skills

Process engineering

Root Cause Analysis

Quality Improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Dart Container in Lancaster, PA, seeks a Process Engineer to lead meaningful projects, improve process control systems, and turn production challenges into smarter, safer, and more efficient solutions across our manufacturing operations.

You will collaborate with engineers, technicians, and production teams to design, implement, and optimize processes, ensuring safety, quality, and cost improvements while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across multiple facilities.