Process Technician

Be Part of Something New at Dart!

Dart’s Leola Campus is growing, and Building 12 is bringing new thermoforming equipment, automation, and opportunities to the team.

We’re looking for an entry-level Production Technician who is hands-on, curious, and ready to build their technical skills while helping get new equipment up and running.

This is a great opportunity for someone with mechanical or technical experience who enjoys troubleshooting, working with tools, and learning how production equipment works.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with the assembly, installation, setup, operation, testing, and troubleshooting of production equipment.
• Learn Dart’s processes, equipment, materials, and products.
• Adjust machinery as needed to maintain proper tolerances and performance.
• Read and interpret basic drawings, schematics, manuals, and bills of material.
• Diagnose and repair basic mechanical equipment and instruments.
• Use power and manual hand tools to assemble, fabricate, and modify equipment and components.
• Monitor equipment and collect operating data to assist with inspections, testing, calibration, and repairs.
• Support engineers and experienced technicians with equipment and process improvements.
• Help maintain spare parts inventory and identify parts needed for repairs or improvements.
• Work with production and other departments to improve equipment, processes, quality, safety, and efficiency.

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus technical training or experience with manufacturing equipment, mechanical maintenance, or installation.
• Experience using power and manual hand tools such as multimeters, wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, or soldering irons.
• Basic math skills, including decimals and fractions.
• Ability to read and understand technical documentation, schematics, manuals, catalogs, or prints.
• Familiarity with production tooling, equipment, and testing equipment.
• Ability and willingness to learn production processes and equipment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Why This Opportunity?

You’ll have the chance to learn, troubleshoot, and grow alongside new production technology. You’ll work closely with experienced technicians, engineers, and production teams while developing the skills needed to keep equipment running safely and efficiently.

If you enjoy working with your hands, figuring out how things work, and learning something new every day, this could be a great fit for you.

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.

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