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 – LISEC - 2nd shift (3pm to 11:30pm)
Location: Richmond, VA - P2
JOB SUMMARY:
Machine Operator is responsible for operating LISEC automated PLC driven equipment to produce glass assembly. The operator is responsible for maintaining the equipment through daily, weekly, and as-needed preventive maintenance. The operator supports the equipment staff ensuring the product produced is to specification.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Sets up equipment for production with minimal supervision.
- Use of Manual and/or automated machinery.
- Writes and edit recipes as required.
- Checks the Quality of product produced throughout the day as required.
- Basic troubleshooting of equipment functions.
- Completes Preventative Maintenance tasks as required.
- Ability to multi-task with the operation of equipment and interactions with team members.
- Train new team members.
- Follows SOP (Standard Operating Procedures).
Key Competencies:
- Self-directed
- Ability to read and understand the tape measure
- Mechanical aptitude
- Basic troubleshooting skills and ability to modify programs/recipes
- Teamwork
- Basic computer skills/functions
- Quality focus
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School High School diploma or GED, vocational machine shop training, community college or technical school certification program in a relevant field required.
- 1-2 years of automated machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Ability to perform basic computer skills.
- Good Math skills. Ability to read a tape measure. Understand fractions and decimals, and ability to convert fractions and decimals.
- Analytical reasoning/problem-solving skills required.
- Effective communication skills written and oral in English and Spanish (preferred).
- Analyzing basic diagrams and specs sheet print reading. Team-oriented individual, flexible, and adaptable to a continuous improvement environment. Basic multi-tasking abilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- 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 of up to 10 hours/day as needed per production area.
- Ability to make repetitive motions on the machine up to 40 % of the shift
WORK ENVIRONMENT: (The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.)
- Work is on the manufacturing floor interfacing with employees, and inspectors, monitoring, and supporting the team throughout the shift.
- Shop floor environment is not controlled. Temperatures vary and conditions may be hot or cold.
- Use of proper PPE as required per company policy.
Work Arrangement : onsite - 2nd shift
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.
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