Process Engineering Manager: Line Startups & Optimization

Dart Container; Michigan; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

Dart Container is seeking a hands‑on Process Engineering Manager to lead onsite line startups, tooling launches, and drive operational excellence across our manufacturing operations.

You will own the department responsible for line start‑up, line‑out, and process optimization, ensuring smooth transitions from prototype to full‑scale production. This role emphasizes technical leadership, data‑driven decisions, and continuous improvement across multiple shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with 6+ years of engineering experience.
• Associate’s degree with 12+ years hands-on engineering experience.
• 5+ years of supervisory/leadership experience.
• Experience analyzing production equipment and processes, solving manufacturing challenges.
• Proven ability to lead large, complex engineering projects.
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes including thermoforming/injection molding.
• Strong engineering principles applied to product and process design.

Responsibilities

• Build and execute department strategy supporting prototype runs, material development, equipment scheduling, and multi-shift/multi-week plant startups.
• Create process standards, SWIs, quality standards, and lead advanced troubleshooting initiatives.
• Lead technical staff development, vendor management, and assess capabilities.
• Develop departmental KPIs and use data-based analysis to drive improvements.
• Support facilities during complex failures and oversee cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Data-driven decisions

Process optimization

Project management

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Associate’s degree with 12+ years hands-on engineering experience

Tools

EPS knowledge

Injection molding knowledge

Job description

Dart Container is seeking a hands‑on Process Engineering Manager to lead onsite line startups, tooling launches, and drive operational excellence across our manufacturing operations.

You will own the department responsible for line start‑up, line‑out, and process optimization, ensuring smooth transitions from prototype to full‑scale production. This role emphasizes technical leadership, data‑driven decisions, and continuous improvement across multiple shifts.