Machine Operator I

Dover Corporation; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Dover Corporation is seeking a Machine Operator I in South Chesterfield, VA. Responsibilities include fabricating products, operating necessary machinery, and performing preventative maintenance. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and 1 to 3 years of related experience.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong mechanical aptitude and basic math skills while working in a fast-paced environment. Full benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) are offered.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Fabricate assemblies / parts for products per engineering documents.
• Set‑up and lay out work using fixtures and guides.
• Review finished assemblies to ensure accuracy against drawings.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic reading/writing skills

Basic math skills

Analytical reasoning/problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC equipment

Grinders (portable & bench)

Various hand tools

Job description

Machine Operator I

Location: South Chesterfield, VA

Work Arrangement: Onsite

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. Fabricates various types of products and components, meeting defined production schedules. Perform basic and advanced operator preventative maintenance tasks. 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. This role would include any required professional certification (e.g. welder), higher level programming skills (e.g. CNC equipment) and/or ability to make complex tooling/process adjustments.

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 experience preferred.

Fit:

• 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.
• 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.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Flexible Spending.
• Paid Holidays.

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.