Machine Operator II, Glass

Dover Corporation; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Dover Food Retail in Richmond, VA is seeking a Machine Operator II - Glass to fabricate assemblies using fixtures and guides to meet specs. You will operate glass automated equipment, assist on the assembly line, and perform routine maintenance to keep lines running smoothly.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1+ year of production machine operator experience. Onsite, 1st shift, with a focus on safety, quality, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of production machine operator experience.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate assemblies / parts per engineering documents and standards.
• Set‑up and lay out work using fixtures to fabricate parts.
• Operate glass automated equipment to assemble cut-to-size packs.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment.
• Ensure product quality aligns with drawings and BOMs.
• Support cross-training and adapt to different line areas.

Skills

Machine operation

Quality checks

Tape measure reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PLC

Job description

Machine Operator II, Glass

Location: Richmond, VA, US, 23237

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Work Schedule: 1st shift

Job Title: Machine Operator II - Glass

What we’re looking for

We are looking for a Machine Operator II who will be responsible for fabricating products using proper tools and machines. 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. Machine Operator II is responsible for operating glass automated equipment to assemble custom cut to size glass packs. Operator is responsible for maintaining the equipment through daily, weekly, and as needed preventive maintenance. Operator supports the glass assembly staff ensuring product produced is to specification. Additionally, operator supports the glass assembly line by operating in different areas within or off the line as required.

What you’ll be responsible for in this role

• 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.
• Manually change set‑up parameters as needed.
• Selects set‑up changes for production via PLC software.
• Checks quality of product produced initially and throughout the day as required.
• Intermediate troubleshooting of equipment functions via PLC alarms.
• Supports staff handling and offloading glass as needed.
• Basic preventive maintenance.
• Ability to multi‑task with the operation of equipment and interactions with team members.
• Review finished assemblies and parts to ensure accuracy against drawings and BOMs.
• Report fabrication issues and assist in resolutions as required.
• Diagnose process and quality issues and make improvement recommendations to department supervisor.
• Reject defective parts and material according to policy.
• Ensure safe, careful use, treatment, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Participate in cross training program—train and be trained.
• Other duties may be assigned.

What are the basic qualifications

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

Essential Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Must be able to lift/pull/push 50 lbs. up to 50% of the shift.
• Must be able to stand/walk/bend/twist for prolonged periods up to 10 hours/day as needed per production area.
• Ability to make repetitive motions on the machine up to 40% of the shift.

To be a great fit for the role

• Experience working in Glass manufacturing environment.
• Basic reading/writing skills.
• Basic PC skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read a tape measure and understand fractions and decimals.
• Basic diagrams and specs sheet print reading.
• 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.

What’s in it for you

• 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.