Machine Operator I
Location: Madison, GA
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’re looking for:
We are looking for a Machine Operator I who will be responsible for loading recipes and following centerline setups for the furnace, fabricating products using proper tools and machines. Fabricates various types of products and components, meeting defined production schedules. Performs basic operator preventative maintenance. 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. Note: Excludes CNC equipment program set-up and operation.
What you’ll be responsible for in this role:
- Load recipes ad follow centerline setups
- Basic Mechanical Skills
- 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.
- 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 materials according to policy.
- Ensure safe, careful use, treatment, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
- Participate in and attend cross-functional meetings as required.
- Participate in cross-training program---train and be trained
What are the basic qualifications?
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- 1 -2 years of production machine operator experience
What are the preferred qualifications?
- 1 to 2 years of fabrication/machining preferred
To be a great fit for the role:
- Self-directed
- Mechanical aptitude
- Basic reading/writing skills
- Basic PC skills
- Basic math skills
- Analytical reasoning/problem solving skills
- Ability to read a tape measure and understand fractions and decimals
- Good communication skills
- Understanding of 6S
- Ability to read and understand all job specifications
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- 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.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands 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 the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
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: 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 contact [email protected] for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Madison, GA 30650 (Required)
Work Location: In person
