Now Hiring! Mechanical Engineer in Waxahachie, TX! Apply your engineering knowledge and skills for moderately complex manufacturing engineering projects focused on developing, testing, and improving mechanical systems and components within a manufacturing/industrial environment. Apply Today!
Day to Day Role
Follow and commit to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service requirements
Follow practices and processes intended to provide safe products that comply with appropriate laws and regulations, meet the company quality standards
Follow and commit to safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Manage, prioritize, and complete projects or programs of moderate to large size, scope, and duration
Coordinate project work with other engineers, technicians, designers and/or drafters to include managing and/or assisting with new equipment projects coming into the plant
Perform feasibility studies for fabrication, assembly, machining, or processing. Understand and analyze production data to identify opportunities for improvement
Drive industry best practices in the areas of reliability, production, cost, yield, quality, availability, utilization, and procedures/training
Guide and assist the Maintenance team with assembly and disassembly of process equipment and components in order to diagnose issues
Design and run experiments, create test parameters and participate in the testing, complete data analysis, as well as implementation of processes, equipment, and engineering solutions
Troubleshoot, analyze, identify, evaluate, propose, implement, and document engineering solutions which have a positive impact on plant performance
Lead/assist problem solving discussions using the A3 method to find root cause to equipment failures. Mentor and train production employees in using the equipment correctly
Systemize and document new and improved solutions by creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Recommend design modifications to eliminate malfunctions
Collaborate with production personnel and other departments to gather information and draft reports
Lead continuous improvement projects to improve effectiveness and efficiencies of equipment by increasing throughput, reducing internal reject and reducing scrap rates
Core Skills and Qualifications
The ideal candidate must possess the following
Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in engineering or related field of study and three (3) years of related engineering experience
Experience analyzing production equipment, processes and materials and solving issues
Knowledge of various statistical and quality methodologies including but not limited to Statistical Process Control (SPC), Statistical Quality Control (SQC), 5S, 8D, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause Analysis, Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (R&R), and Design of Experiments (DOE)
Prior experience working with thermoforming, injection molding, print, and/or paper equipment and processes
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various products
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of products
Ability to successfully prioritize, and organize projects, deadlines, and tasks with little supervision in both team and independent environments
Strong verbal and written skills necessary to communicate intricate job-related information
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.
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Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food and drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red Solo cup, our products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for more than 50 years.
Our customers around the world count on us for thoughtful design that truly meets the needs of their customers. We make products with dependable quality and deliver them with exceptional service.
Our commitment to environmental stewardship is best summarized by our Eco-Forward® Design Approach to sustainable food packaging. This approach guides how we source, design, manufacture, and transport products—as well as how we educate customers and consumers on proper disposal.
To learn more about our sustainability commitments, visit https://www.dartcontainer.com/sustainability/.
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