Supervisor, Production - Fabrication Operations

Dover Food Retail; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Dover Food Retail is seeking a Supervisor, Production – Fabrication Operations in Conyers, GA to lead sheet metal forming and tube fabrication teams. The role focuses on safe, efficient production aligned with quality and delivery goals.

You will coach leaders and hourly workers, maintain schedules, and drive continuous improvement while partnering with planning, maintenance, and quality teams. A strong emphasis on safety and teamwork guides daily activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in manufacturing leadership roles preferred.
• Ability to coach, supervise and drive safe, productive operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production execution across sheet metal forming and tube fabrication.
• Provide coaching and accountability to team leads and hourly associates.
• Maintain schedules to meet quality, productivity and delivery targets.

Skills

Leadership

Lean/Six Sigma

MS Office

Communication

Problem Solving

Team Building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

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: Supervisor, Production – Fabrication OperationsLocation: Conyers, GAWhat we’re looking for:The Supervisor, Production – Fabrication Operations provides frontline leadership to team leads and a team of hourly associates within Sheet Metal Forming and Machine Operations/Tube Fabrication. This role is responsible for ensuring production is executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality and delivery expectations.What you’ll be responsible for in this role:Lead daily production execution across fabrication processes for sheet metal forming (laser and punch turrets, sheet metal shears and press brakes) and tube and pipe fabrication (tube bending, collaring/hole pulling, and saws).Provide leadership, coaching, direction, and accountability for team leaders and hourly production associates to ensure safe and effective work execution.Maintain production schedules and ensure achievement of quality, productivity, and delivery performance targets.Develop, implement, and audit standard work while supporting training effectiveness and associate skill development.Enforce safety rules, policies, and procedures to ensure a safe work environment for associates, equipment, and facility operations.Drive continuous improvement initiatives including labor productivity improvement, waste reduction, and structured root cause problem solving.Partner with Planning, Materials, Maintenance, Quality, Shipping, and other support functions to resolve operational issues and maintain production flow.Monitor labor performance and operational data to identify productivity trends and implement corrective actions.Support workforce management activities including hiring participation, skills matrix maintenance, staffing adjustments, attendance management, and overtime planning.Ensure effective inventory control practices for fabrication raw materials and work-in-process.Maintain accurate administrative processes including timekeeping documentation and performance tracking.Communicate performance expectations clearly and reinforce accountability while fostering positive morale and engagement.Other duties as assigned.What are the basic qualifications?High school diploma or GED.Minimum 3 years’ experience in a leadership position (team lead, team captain, supervisor, shift lead, etc.)Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment.What are the preferred qualifications?Two years’ experience with 5S, Lean/Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologiesProficient with MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint)Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Able to interact and work effectively with employees at levels of the organization.Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.Must be willing to work extended and/or weekend hours when required.To be a great fit for the role:Customer FocusManages ComplexityDecision QualityAction OrientedResourcefulnessDirects WorkPlans and AlignsEnsures AccountabilityDrives ResultsCollaboratesManages ConflictInterpersonal SavvyValues DifferencesBuilds Effective TeamsCommunicates EffectivelyDrives EngagementOrganizational SavvyCourageInstills TrustDemonstrates Self-AwarenessHow 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 SpiritWinning Through CustomersRespects and Values PeopleExpectations for ResultsHigh Ethical Standards, Openness, and TrustWhat’s in it for you?Medical, Dental, and Vision401k Retirement PlanFlexible SpendingPaid Holidays#LI-CW2This 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.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.