Machine Operator I

Dover Food Retail; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Dover Food Retail in Virginia is seeking a Machine Operator I responsible for fabricating products using proper tools and machines. You will be tasked with meeting production schedules and performing maintenance tasks while operating machinery. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and 1-3 years of production experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and a 401k retirement plan, with a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 1 – 3 years of production fabrication or comparable experience.
• 1 to 2 years of fabrication/machining preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate assemblies/parts for products according to production standards.
• Set up and lay out work using fixtures to fabricate parts.
• Review finished assemblies for accuracy against drawings.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical reasoning/problem solving

Basic reading/writing skills

Basic math skills

Team-oriented individual

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic PC skills

Job description

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.

Job Title: Machine Operator I

Location: South Chesterfield, VA

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a Machine Operator I who will be responsible for fabricating products using proper tools and machines. The role includes fabricating various types of products and components, meeting defined production schedules, performing basic and advanced operator preventative maintenance tasks, and operating machinery, equipment, and tools necessary to complete assembly/parts fabrication to specifications.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Review finished assemblies and parts to ensure accuracy against drawings and BOMs.
• Report fabrication issues and assist in resolutions as required.
• Reject defective parts and material according to policy.
• Ensure safe, careful use, treatment, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Participate in and attend cross‑functional meetings as required.
• Complex troubleshooting.
• Participate in cross training of team members—train and be trained.
• All other duties assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 1 – 3 years of production fabrication or comparable experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of fabrication/machining preferred.

Great Fit for the Role

• Self‑directed.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Basic reading/writing skills.
• Basic PC skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Analytical reasoning/problem solving skills.
• Ability to read a tape measure and understand fractions and decimals.
• Good communication skills.
• Understanding of 6S.
• Ability to read and understand all job specifications.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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.