Plastics Manufacturing Process Engineer

Dart Container; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Short-term disability

Tuition assistance

Product discounts

Job summary

Dart Container is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer for our Conyers, GA manufacturing facility. This role focuses on improving process control, standardizing wearables, and supporting continuous improvement across plastics operations.

Expect to spend the majority of time on the production floor working with operators to implement improvements. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent plastics processing experience, plus 5+ years in plastics processing or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
• 5+ years in plastics processing, manufacturing engineering, or process engineering.
• Experience in thermoforming, extrusion, injection molding, or related plastics processes.
• Strong knowledge of process controls, root cause analysis, continuous improvement, SPC, FMEA, DOE.

Responsibilities

• Review, develop, and improve manufacturing process control plans.
• Analyze production processes to improve quality, efficiency, and consistency.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Lead process investigations and root cause analyses.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, standards, and operating procedures.
• Partner with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations teams to improve plant performance.
• Support process validation, data collection, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive standardization and process discipline across manufacturing operations.

Skills

Plastics processing

Process engineering

SPC

FMEA

DOE

Root cause analysis

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

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Are you a hands‑on manufacturing engineer who enjoys solving problems on the production floor, driving process improvements, and helping teams achieve consistent results?

We're seeking a Process Engineer to join our Conyers, GA manufacturing facility. This role plays a critical part in improving process control, standardizing manufacturing practices, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across our plastics manufacturing operation. The ideal candidate is a self‑starter who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is comfortable spending the majority of their time on the production floor rather than behind a desk.

What You'll Do

• Review, develop, and improve manufacturing process control plans.
• Analyze production processes and identify opportunities for improved quality, efficiency, and consistency.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and processing issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Lead process investigations and root cause analyses.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, standards, and operating procedures.
• Partner with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations teams to improve plant performance.
• Support process validation, testing, data collection, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive standardization and process discipline across manufacturing operations.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
• Equivalent manufacturing engineering experience will be considered, particularly within plastics processing.
• 5+ years of experience in plastics processing, manufacturing engineering, or process engineering preferred.
• Experience in thermoforming, extrusion, injection molding, or related plastics manufacturing processes.
• Strong knowledge of process controls, root cause analysis, continuous improvement, SPC, FMEA, DOE, and related methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage projects, prioritize competing demands, and deliver results.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Why This Role Is Different

This is not a traditional desk‑based engineering role. Expect to spend approximately80% of your time on the manufacturing floor, observing processes, gathering data, working directly with operators, and implementing improvements.

Success in the First 90 Days

• Review and assess existing process control plans.
• Identify critical process gaps and opportunities for standardization.
• Develop and implement updated control plans and process documentation for thermoforming operations.
• Build strong partnerships across Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams.

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. We’re a family‑owned, family‑focused company of 12,000 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, we’re 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 have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at(800) 545-3278Ext 3370 or email us [e-mail] calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.

If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call [phone] Ext 3390 or email us at [e-mail] for assistance. #LI-SL1 #LI-Onsite

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