Team Lead

Dover Corporation•Chester, VA

36d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services. DFR is part of the Refrigeration and Food Equipment segment of the Dover Corporation. 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Over 3 years related experience.
Basic computer experience with MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, basic AS400 software computer or similar system knowledge
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 up to 10 hours/day as needed per production area.
Ability to make repetitive motions on the machine up to 40 % of the shift
Ability to read a tape measure and understand fractions and decimals
Ability to read and understand all job specifications
Ability to reach with arms and hands; bend, kneel, crouch and/or crawl as well as the ability to see and hear.
Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously in a fast-paced and complex environment.

Nice To Haves

2 years of manufacturing experience preferred
AS400 experience preferred
Flexibility
Mechanical aptitude
Quick study
Problem solving
Prioritization
Detail orientation
Time management
Interpersonal skills
Organizational abilities
Leadership traits
Safety 1st orientation
High performer
Attention to detail while successfully multitasking and maintaining high levels of accuracy, quality and productivity
Analytical reasoning/problem solving skills
Good communication skills
Understanding of 6S
Team oriented individual who is flexible and adaptable to an ever-changing environment.

Responsibilities

Leading and directing manufacturing teams.
SQDC (Safety-Quality-Delivery-Cost) and Lean responsiveness
Conducts daily board (huddle group) team meetings focused on area performance
Lead the sustainability of continuous improvement
Standard Work
Built-in-Quality
Small lot presentation to the line
Interprets and ensures compliance of company policies and safety regulations.
Recommends and implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
Leads group problem solving teams.
Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems using PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) process.
Performs activities of workers in group as a backup only.
Maintain efficiency levels to plan AOP (Annual Operating Plan)
Daily start-up plan preparation and execution
Responsible for update and maintenance of cross-functional training matrix
Assure that hourly performance boards are maintained with input and variance causes, inclusive of all visual display boards.
Participate with manufacturing engineering in assuring on time delivery to customers or other departments (internal customers) through Kaizen processes.
Effectively lead daily Kaizen activities and document.
Conduct continuous level load scheduling
Coordinate material scheduling and kitting to assure no shortages to the lines
Maintain 6S throughout the shift and Operator PM checklists
Maintain a well-prepared absenteeism representative
Implement and sustain Standard work procedures and practices as a key activity---also sustain Visual Boards and Controls.
Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.
Maintain efficiency levels to 90% or better.
Other duties may be assigned.