Senior or Staff Quality Engineer

Dart Container; Michigan; On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dart Container is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer or Staff Engineer – Quality to advance product quality and manufacturing excellence. You will lead quality programs, collaborate with manufacturing, suppliers, and customers, and drive data-driven improvements across processes and products.

The role emphasizes advanced quality methodologies, audit leadership, and mentoring engineers in a fast-moving production environment in Mason, MI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; 6+ years of engineering experience for Senior level.
• Master's degree in Engineering with 10+ years or Bachelor's with 15+ years for Staff level.
• Experience with SPC, SQC, 5S, 8D, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Gage R&R, DOE.
• Experience supporting audits and corrective actions; strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and manufacturing performance.
• Apply SPC, SQC, FMEA, DOE and RCA to identify and solve complex issues.
• Develop corrective and preventive actions; establish testing protocols and QA procedures.
• Lead audits and collaborate with cross-functional teams on technical solutions.
• Mentor engineers and manage multiple projects with effective prioritization.

Skills

Quality Engineering

Six Sigma

Statistical methods

Root Cause Analysis

DOE

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Job description

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We are seeking either a Senior Quality Engineer or Staff Engineer – Quality to join our team. While the final level will be determined based on experience and qualifications, both roles play a critical part in ensuring product quality, advancing manufacturing excellence, and driving continuous improvement across our operations.

This is an exciting opportunity for engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, influencing cross-functional teams, and making a measurable impact on products, processes, and business performance. Whether your strengths lie in leading quality programs and operational improvements or in providing technical leadership and innovation at an enterprise level, you'll have the opportunity to contribute and grow.

What You'll Do...

Depending on your experience level, responsibilities may include:

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Lead and support initiatives that improve product quality, reliability, safety, and manufacturing performance.
• Utilize quality and statistical methodologies such as SPC, SQC, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, DOE, 8D, 5S, and Gage R&R to identify and solve complex engineering and quality challenges.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions that reduce defects and improve operational efficiency.
• Establish inspection criteria, testing protocols, quality procedures, and robust measurement systems.
• Lead internal and external quality audits and ensure compliance with applicable standards and product safety requirements.
• Lead complex projects from concept through implementation and production.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, suppliers, customers, and cross-functional teams to develop effective technical solutions.
• Analyze technical data, evaluate alternatives, and provide recommendations that advance business objectives.
• Manage competing priorities, timelines, resources, and project deliverables.
• Mentor and develop engineers and technical team members across the organization.

Innovation & Technical Expertise

Research, develop, and implement improvements to products, processes, equipment, and technologies.

Serve as a trusted technical resource and subject matter expert within the organization.

Explore emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to drive innovation and maintain a competitive advantage.

Influence stakeholders at multiple levels by presenting data-driven recommendations and engineering solutions

What We're Looking For...

Senior Quality Engineer:

Requires one of the following:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or related field) with 6+ years of engineering experience

Associate degree with 12+ years of related engineering experience.

Experience with advanced quality and statistical methodologies, including SPC, SQC, 5S, 8D, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Gage R&R, and DOE.

Experience supporting internal and third-party quality/product safety audits and implementing corrective actions.

• Analyze information and data and provide recommendations

Advanced knowledge of engineering science and technology, including the application of principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment in product design and manufacturing.

Strong understanding of mathematics and statistics, including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, and their practical applications.

Advanced knowledge of design tools, techniques, and principles used to develop technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Advanced understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, quality systems, cost considerations, and methods for optimizing product production and distribution.

Proven ability to apply logic and analytical reasoning to evaluate alternatives and solve complex problems.

Ability to prioritize and manage large, complex projects and deadlines with minimal supervision in both team-based and independent environments.

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information effectively.

Requires one of the following:

Master's degree in Engineering with 10+ years of related engineering experience

Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 15+ years of related engineering experience

Experience with advanced quality and statistical methodologies, including SPC, SQC, 5S, 8D, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Gage R&R, and DOE.

• Proven ability to prioritize, organize, and manage complex, long-term R&D projects, deadlines, and deliverables in both team and independent settings.

Experience supporting internal and third-party quality and product safety audits, including corrective action development and implementation.

• Analyze information and data and provide recommendations to advance projects and efforts through technical hurdles to achieve objectives

Advanced knowledge of engineering science and technology and its application to product design, manufacturing, and process improvement.

• Act as a consultant and technical subject matter expert for management, technical staff, production staff, co-workers and cross functional teams using advanced professional knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines and mastery of company processes and technology

Strong foundation in mathematics and statistics, including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, and applied statistical analysis.

Advanced knowledge of design tools, techniques, and principles used to create precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Advanced understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, quality systems, cost management, and methods for optimizing production and distribution.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical information, options, and solutions to diverse audiences.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including creating reports, presentations, documents, and spreadsheets using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management certification, preferred.

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, or related professional certification, preferred.

Location: Mason, MI
Travel: Up to 40% Domestic & International Travel

• Additional travel may be required during critical projects or business demands

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.

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