Machine Operator I- Assembly

Dover-Corporation; Madison (GA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k

Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Dover Food Retail in Madison, GA is seeking a Machine Operator I – Assembly to load and follow setup instructions for cutting machines and tools. You will fabricate products per specifications, operate related machinery, and perform basic preventive maintenance.

Ideal candidates have a GED or high school diploma and 1–2 years of production experience. The role requires manual lifting, tool use, and meticulous attention to drawings and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of production machine operator experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Basic mechanical skills to fabricate wood crates per engineering documents and standards.
• Use hand, electric, and pneumatic tools.
• Set up and lay out work using fixtures and guides.
• Arrange parts for fabrication and staging processes.
• Maintain performance standards for assembly, production, quality, safety, and housekeeping.
• Review finished assemblies for accuracy against drawings.
• Report fabrication issues and assist in resolutions.
• Diagnose process and quality issues and suggest improvements.
• Report defective machines, parts, and materials as per policy.
• Ensure safe use and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and training.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Machine operator experience

Tape measure reading

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Saws

Drills

Hand tools

Tape measure

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. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.

Job Title: Machine Operator I – Assembly

Location: Madison, GA

What we’re looking for: We are looking for a Machine Operator I-Assembly who will be responsible for loading and following setup instructions for cutting machines and other tools. Fabricates various types of products and components, meeting defined production schedules. Performs basic operator preventative maintenance. Operate and/or use related machinery, equipment, and tools necessary to complete assembly/parts fabrication to specifications, which include forklifts, pallet jacks, saws, drills, tape measure, hand tools, etc.

What you’ll be responsible for in this role:

• Basic Mechanical Skills Fabricate wood crates for products and changes to existing products per engineering documents and established production standards.
• Jobs require the use of hand tools, electric tools, and pneumatic tools.
• Set-up, and lay out work using fixtures and guides to fabricate parts and assemblies.
• Arrange parts for fabrication and staging processes.
• Maintains acceptable performance standards for assembly, production, quality, safety, and housekeeping.
• Review finished assemblies to ensure accuracy against drawings.
• Report fabrication issues and assist in resolutions as required.
• Diagnose process and quality issues, and make improvement recommendations to department supervisor.
• Reports defective machines, parts and materials according to policy.
• Ensure safe, careful use, treatment, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Participate in and attend cross-functional meetings as required.
• Participate in cross-training program—train and be trained.
• Performs a variety of assembly or production duties with minimal supervision.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 1 -2 years of production machine operator experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 to 2 years of fabrication/machining preferred

To be a 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.

How We Define Our Values and Why You Should Join Our Team:

The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It’s our values that define Dover to all of our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially to ourselves. These values must be expressed in our work and embody our actions, as they form the basis by which we do our jobs, make decisions and measure our performance. It’s our unwavering commitment to maintaining our values that defines who we are as a Company.

• Collaborative
• Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Winning Through Customers
• Respects and Values People
• Expectations for Results
• High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust

What’s in it for you? (Comprehensive Benefit Package)

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

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

This position is eligible to earn commissions based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable commissions plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.

Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

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.

We Are Dover Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach, our team takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.