3rd Shift - Machine Operator II - Sheetmetal

Dover Food Retail; Keosauqua (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan with employer contributions

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Dover Food Retail, located in Keosauqua, Iowa, is seeking a Machine Operator II for the sheetmetal department. This role involves operating various equipment, ensuring safety, and performing quality checks on finished products.

The ideal candidate will work well in a team, quickly learn business processes, and display a commitment to safety and quality. Benefits include a 401(k) plan, comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, and more.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and schematic drawings.
• Demonstrated proficiency with handheld tools and other measuring devices.
• Demonstrated proficiency with written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment in the sheet metal department.
• Monitor machine operations and make adjustments.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Team oriented

Collaboration

Problem solving

Blueprint reading

Use of measuring devices

Written and verbal communication

Job description

Machine Operator II – Sheetmetal

FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt

Department: Operations

Supervisor: Production Supervisor

Shift: All

Responsibilities

• Operate all equipment in the sheet metal department, including brake presses, lasers, punch presses, sanders, and deburring machines
• Fill all part requirements to complete rounds for the kitting department
• Read rulers, tape measurers, metal squares, angle finders, protractors, and other measuring instruments
• Read and follow written and verbal instructions
• Read and interpret blueprints and work orders
• Perform appropriate preventative maintenance on equipment and tooling
• Examine finished work pieces for smoothness, shape, angle, or conformity to specifications and verify dimensions, visually and using hands, rulers, calipers, templates, or gauges
• Start machines, adjust controls, and make trial cuts to ensure that machinery is operating properly
• Monitor operations of machines and make adjustments to correct problems and ensure conformance to specifications
• Work at different workstations as production needs require
• Maintain the work area in a clean, safe, and orderly manner
• Use proper safety equipment and apparel required for each operation on individual’s product line or work cell
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Team oriented – values the synergy of a team and operates as a team player
• Effectively collaborates, engages others in discussion and is hands‑on in problem solving
• A fast learner able to quickly come up to speed on business processes to manage and serve the needs of the organization
• A passion for getting things right
• Can‑do attitude, committed to finding solutions
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and schematic drawings
• Demonstrated proficiency with handheld tools and other measuring devices
• Demonstrated proficiency with written and verbal communication and/or instruction

Physical Demands

• Occasionally – Stooping/Twisting, Kneeling, Squatting, Visual Acuity (Near/Far), Keyboarding, Pinching, and Lift/Carry up to 50lbs alone and 75lbs assisted
• Frequently – Walking, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Gripping, Foot Use, and Lift/Carry up to 25lbs
• Constantly – Standing
• Occasionally – Occurs up to 1/3 of the time
• Frequently – Occurs 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
• Constantly – Occurs 2/3 or more of the time

Benefits

Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental, and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care, and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short‑term disability and long‑term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees and are not exhaustive. They do not create a contract and are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.