Team Lead - Materials

Dover Corporation; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is seeking a Shipping and Logistics Lead for finish goods to support internal and external customers. The role oversees Shipping Operators, assigns workloads, and ensures compliant, efficient operations across the warehouse.

Responsibilities include coordinating with management, planning inventories, and upholding safety, quality, and housekeeping standards. Strong forklift, AS400, and MS Office skills are required; 4+ years warehouse experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1–3 years related experience and/or training.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Minimum 4 years warehouse experience.
• Warehouse supervisory experience preferred.
• AS400 experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related software.

Responsibilities

• Lead shipping for finish goods to internal and external customers.
• Oversee work assignments for Shipping Operators and meet dept. goals.
• Delegate tasks and prioritize based on workload and staffing.
• Ensure safety, quality and housekeeping across the operation.
• Communicate with management and shipping staff on accuracy and procedures.
• Assist with quarterly physical inventories and 6S audits.

Skills

Forklift

AS400

MS Office

Warehouse supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Location: South Chesterfield, VA, US, 23834

Work Arrangement: Onsite

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.

What we are looking for:

• The Shipping and Logistics Lead for finish goods material is responsible for assisting with all cases shipped to our internal and external customers.
• Oversee work assignments given to the Shipping Operators and provide assistance towards determining and meeting short-term departmental objectives.
• Delegate job assignments and determine priorities based on available labor and workload.
• Assure that shipping personnel execute job duties and demonstrate personal conduct in a manner that is compliant with all applicable guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Take appropriate actions when necessary to assure the efficient and compliant operation to our internal and external customers.
• Communicates with department management, traffic and/or shipping associates and takes the appropriate action in matters pertaining to accuracy, safety, and housekeeping
• Observe and communicate unsafe conditions to traffic and /or supervision and take corrective actions.
• Provide assistance with problem solving for shipping personnel and other designees for scanning and case location questions.
• Demonstrate ability to adjust to changing demands and priorities on a constant basis.
• Assist with planning for and execution of quarterly physical inventories.
• Ensure personnel meet or exceed the minimum number of trailers/cases loaded daily, performing root cause analysis when mistakes are discovered, and performing 6S audits.
• Ensure company safety, quality and performance procedures are met in a safe, clean and organized setting and offer recommendations to improve these standards.
• Operate lift truck or hand truck to move products when necessary.
• Occasional, and at times heavy, overtime and extended hours are required including weekends
• Other duties as assigned
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• One to three years related experience and/or training
• Ability to operate a forklift..
• Minimum 4 years warehouse experience.
• Warehouse supervisory experience preferred.
• AS400 Experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job specific software applications.
• Must be self‑motivated and able to demonstrate sound judgment when confronted with unexpected or unfamiliar work and/or people situations.
• Close attention to detail is required to assure the accuracy of documents, the proper storage and movement of materials, proper data entry in the AS400 computer systems, to correct potential unsafe or housekeeping conditions in the warehouse storage and work areas.

Strengths needed for this 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.

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.

Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including ; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

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.

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 [e-mail] for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.