Operational Excellence Technician - Plant 2

Dover Corporation; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Food Retail in Chester, Virginia is seeking an Operational Excellence Technician to support the KAIZEN Fab shop and Manufacturing Engineering. You will aid in continuous improvement, standard work, and waste reduction initiatives while collaborating with CI/Opex engineers.

You will collect floor data, assist in visual management, and train frontline staff on new procedures. The role requires physical ability to lift and move loads and a KAIZEN mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• KAIZEN mindset and mechanical inclination valued.

Responsibilities

• Support Kaizen events and 5S, LPAs, and standardized work audits.
• Assist in root cause analysis (RCA) with CI/Opex engineers.
• Gather floor-time data and prepare visual aids (shadow boards, floor markings, Kanban).
• Shadow operators to train and gather feedback on new standard work.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Lean Facilitation

Problem Solving

Data Collection

Frontline Training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Operational Excellence Technician - Plant 2Apply: Onsite: Chester, Virginia, USA: Full time: Posted Today: JR102992Dover 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.We are looking for an Operation Excellence Technician for Dover Food Retail KAIZEN Fab shop to support Manufacturing Engineering dept with various projects.**What you will be responsible for in this role:** * Continuous Improvement, Lean Facilitation: Assist in preparing for and executing Kaizen events, 5S workplace organization, waste-reduction projects, and rapid improvement workshops across various departments.* Problem Solving: Collaborate with C.I. Opex engineering in root-cause analysis (RCA) sessions for reoccurring floor issues, helping brainstorm and corrective actions.* Auditing & Sustainability: Conduct regular 5S, Layered Process Audits (LPAs), and standardized work audits to ensure that improvements made by the team are sustained.* Data Collection & Material Prep: Gather floor-level cycle time data (Time Studies) and prepare physical materials—such as visual shadow boards, floor markings, and Kanban cards—for deployment.* Frontline Training & Coaching: Shadow production operators to help them understand new standardized work instructions and gather their feedback for further optimization. **What are the basic qualifications?** * High School Diploma or GED* 2+ years of relevant years of experience**What are the preferred qualifications?** * Mechanically inclined, innovative, and KAIZEN minded.* 2+ years of experience using construction tools and ability to read measuring tape* Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) for tracking data and drafting standard operating procedures (SOPs).* Yellow belt or Green belt six sigma training is a plus.**To be a great fit for the role:*** Ability to lift 50 pounds plus bending, twisting or lifting from awkward positions or in tight spaces, must be able to push and pull cases in excess of 200lbs to 800lbs repetitiously.* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear.* The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, and/or kneel.Pay Range: USD 24 - 28 HourlyWe 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.Fraudulent Recruiting Disclaimer: Dover Corporation and our affiliated operating companies want to alert applicants to internet job posting fraud, where parties posing as Dover employees, recruiters, or other agents, try to engage with online candidates in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. We do not endorse or engage in any recruitment practices that involve payment or personal information outside of our official application and hiring process. Please verify the authenticity of an invitation to apply for a job, or for a job offer by contacting us directly through our Dover and affiliated operating company websites at https://careers.dovercorporation.com/. To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice on our careers site.Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact [e-mail] for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.