Senior Quality Engineer / Staff Engineer - Quality

Dart Container; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Dart Container seeks Senior Quality Engineer or Staff Engineer – Quality to drive quality improvements across our Mason, MI operations. You will lead quality programs, apply statistical methods, and partner with manufacturing and suppliers to deliver robust solutions that enhance product safety, reliability and efficiency.

The role emphasizes leadership, data-driven decision making, and cross‑functional collaboration with a focus on continuous improvement and enterprise-level innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 6+ years engineering experience
• Experience with advanced quality and statistical methodologies (SPC, SQC, 5S, 8D, FMEA, RCA, Gage R&R, DOE)
• Experience supporting internal and external quality/product safety audits and implementing corrective actions

Responsibilities

• Lead and support initiatives to improve product quality, reliability, safety, and manufacturing performance.
• Utilize SPC, SQC, FMEA, RCA, DOE, 8D, 5S, and Gage R&R to identify and solve quality challenges.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce defects and improve efficiency.
• Establish inspection criteria, testing protocols, quality procedures, and measurement systems.
• Lead internal and external quality audits ensuring compliance with standards.
• Manage complex projects from concept through production and deployment.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, suppliers, customers, and cross-functional teams for technical solutions.
• Analyze data and provide data-driven recommendations to advance business objectives.
• Mentor engineers and technical staff across the organization.

Skills

Statistical methods

Root Cause Analysis

FMEA

DOE

Gage R&R

8D problem solving

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Associate degree with 12+ years of experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

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 [phone] Ext 3370 or email us at [e-mail]. Relay 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.

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