Machine Operator II - Glass

Dover Corporation; Richmond; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in glass technologies is seeking a Machine Operator II for onsite work in Richmond. The role involves fabricating products using various machines and maintaining equipment. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma and a year of experience operating machinery, preferably in glass manufacturing. This position offers various benefits including medical and retirement plans.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 1+ years of production machine operator experience required.
• Experience working in a glass manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to lift/pull/push 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate assemblies/parts for products per engineering documents.
• Check quality of produced products.
• Diagnose process and quality issues.

Skills

Machine operation

Basic reading/writing skills

Basic PC skills

Basic math skills

Understanding of 6S

Ability to read a tape measure

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Glass automated equipment

Hoists

Grinders

Drills

Saws

Job description

Machine Operator II - Glass

Location: Richmond, VA, US, 23837

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What’s Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony.

DFR is part of the Refrigeration and Food Equipment segment of the Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion.

DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture.

Job Title: Machine Operator II - Glass
Work Schedule: 1st shift

What we’re looking for:

We are looking for a Machine Operator II who will be responsible for fabricating products using proper tools and machines. Operate and/or use related machinery, equipment, and tools necessary to complete assembly / parts fabrication to specifications, which include hoists, slings, grinders (portable & bench), drills, presses, punches, saws, bending machines, tape measure, hand tools, etc. Machine Operator II is responsible for operating glass automated equipment to assemble custom cut to size glass packs. Operator is responsible for maintaining the equipment through daily, weekly, and as needed preventive maintenance.

What you’ll be responsible for in this role:

• Fabricate assemblies / parts for products and changes to existing products per engineering documents and established production standards.
• Set-up, and lay out work using fixtures and guides to fabricate parts and assemblies.
• Arrange parts for fabrication and staging processes.
• Manually change set-up parameters as needed.
• Selects set-up changes for production via PLC software.
• Checks Quality of product produced initially and throughout the day as required.
• Intermediate troubleshooting of equipment functions via PLC alarms.
• Supports staff handling and offloading glass as needed.
• Basic Preventative Maintenance.
• Ability to multi task with the operation of equipment and interactions with team members.
• Review finished assemblies and parts to ensure accuracy against drawings and BOMs.
• Report fabrication issues and assist in resolutions as required.
• Diagnose process and quality issues and make improvement recommendations to department supervisor.
• Reject defective parts and material according to policy.
• Ensure safe, careful use, treatment, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Participate in cross training program-train and be trained.
• Other duties may be assigned.

What are the basic qualifications?

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 1+ years of production machine operator experience

Essential Physical/Environmental Requirements:

• Must be able to lift/pull/push 50 lbs. up to 50 % of the shift.
• Must be able to stand/walk/bend/twist for prolonged periods up to 10 hours/day as needed per production area.
• Ability to make repetitive motions on the machine up to 40 % of the shift

To be a great fit for the role:

• Experience working in Glass manufacturing environment
• Basic reading/writing skills
• Basic PC skills
• Basic math skills
• Ability to read a tape measure and understand fractions and decimals
• Basic diagrams and specs sheet print reading.
• Understanding of 6S
• Ability to read and understand all job specifications
• Ability to stand, walk and/or sit for long periods of time
• Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously in a fast-paced and complex environment.
• Team oriented individual who is flexible and adaptable to an ever-changing environment.

What’s in it for you?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending
• Paid Holidays

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know.