Machine Operator I - 2nd Shift

Dover Corp; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions

Flexible Spending (HSA, FSA)

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Dover Corp is looking for a Machine Operator I for the 2nd shift in South Chesterfield, VA. The role involves fabricating products using machines, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring production standards are met. Responsibilities include fabricating assemblies per engineering standards and troubleshooting complex issues.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and 1–3 years of relevant experience. Benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Fabricate assemblies/parts for products and changes to existing products.
• Set up and layout work using fixtures and guides.
• Review finished assemblies and parts for accuracy.
• Participate in and attend cross‑functional meetings.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic reading/writing skills

Basic PC skills

Analytical reasoning/problem‑solving skills

Good communication skills

Ability to read a tape measure and understand fractions and decimals

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Machine Operator I - 2nd Shift

Location: South Chesterfield, VA.

Who We Are Looking For

Responsible for fabricating products using proper tools and machines, and performing basic and advanced operator preventive maintenance tasks. Operate and use related machinery, equipment, and tools necessary to complete assembly/parts fabrication to specifications. Hours are from 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm or later as the business requires.

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.

Basic Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• 1–2 years of fabrication/machining experience.

Essential Physical/Environmental Requirements

• May be required to perform tasks that involve standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, or kneeling.
• Must be able to lift with or without mechanical aids on a recurring basis (up to 50 lbs.).
• Work is performed within a production environment, subject to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, mechanical parts, increased noise levels and dust.

What Makes a Great 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
• Good communication skills
• 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

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Flexible Spending (HSA, FSA)
• 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.