Machine Operator I

Dover Corporation•Colonial Heights, VA

13d•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Dover Food Retail is seeking a Machine Operator I to fabricate products and components using appropriate tools and machines while meeting production schedules and specifications. The role includes setting up and laying out work, staging parts, reviewing completed work against engineering documents and bills of materials, identifying and reporting fabrication issues, and rejecting defective parts or materials according to policy. The operator performs preventative maintenance and ensures safe use and care of tools and equipment. The position may involve advanced troubleshooting, complex process adjustments, higher-level programming, and required professional certification where applicable. The role is located in South Chesterfield, Virginia, and is listed for second shift. It is eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
1–3 years of production fabrication or comparable experience.
Self-directed work style.
Mechanical aptitude.
Basic reading and writing skills.
Basic PC skills.
Basic math skills.
Analytical reasoning and 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 job specifications.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit for long periods.
Ability to handle multiple assignments in a fast-paced, complex environment.
Team-oriented, flexible, and adaptable approach.
Ability to operate or use machinery, equipment, and tools needed for assembly and parts fabrication, including hoists, slings, portable and bench grinders, drills, presses, punches, saws, bending machines, tape measures, and hand tools.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of fabrication or machining experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Fabricate product assemblies and parts, including changes to existing products, according to 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 for accuracy against drawings and bills of materials.
Report fabrication issues and assist with resolutions as required.
Reject defective parts and materials according to policy.
Use, handle, and maintain tools and equipment safely and carefully.
Participate in cross-functional meetings as required.
Perform complex troubleshooting.
Participate in cross-training team members by training and being trained.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Perform basic and advanced operator preventative maintenance tasks.