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Mechanical Engineer

Dart Container • Waxahachie, TX • 4d ago

Mechanical Engineer

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Date: May 29, 2026

Location: Waxahachie, TX, US

Company: Dart Container

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

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.

https://www.dartcontainer.com/eeoaa/

If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at (800) 545-3278 Ext 3370 or email us at ADArequests@dart.biz. Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.

If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call (800) 545-3278 Ext 3390 or email us at applicationassistance@dart.biz for assistance.

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