Team Lead - Automated Assembly

Dover Food Retail • Chester, VA

10d

About The Position

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: Team Lead - Automated Assembly, P2 Location: Richmond, VA What we’re looking for: We are looking for a Team Lead who will be responsible to lead a team in a specific area in operations in the coordination of activities of department operations by performing the following duties. What you’ll be responsible for in this role: Responsible for leading and directing manufacturing teams. SQDC (Safety-Quality-Delivery-Cost) and Lean responsiveness Conducts daily board (huddle group) team meetings focused on area performance Interprets and ensures compliance of company policies and safety regulations. Recommends and implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product. Analyzes and resolves work problems using PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) process. Performs activities of workers in group as a backup Daily start-up plan preparation and execution Responsible for update, implementation and maintenance of cross-functional training matrix Participate with manufacturing engineering in assuring on time delivery to customers or other departments (internal customers) through Kaizen processes. 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 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. Maintain efficiency levels to 90% or better. Other duties may be assigned.

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
• 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
• Ability to read a tape measure and understand fractions and decimals
• Good communication skills
• Understanding of 6S
• Ability to read and understand all job specification
• 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.
• Team oriented individual who is flexible and adaptable to an ever-changing environment.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of manufacturing experience preferred
• AS400 experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading and directing manufacturing teams.
• SQDC (Safety-Quality-Delivery-Cost) and Lean responsiveness
• Conducts daily board (huddle group) team meetings focused on area performance
• Interprets and ensures compliance of company policies and safety regulations.
• Recommends and implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems using PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) process.
• Performs activities of workers in group as a backup
• Daily start-up plan preparation and execution
• Responsible for update, implementation and maintenance of cross-functional training matrix
• Participate with manufacturing engineering in assuring on time delivery to customers or other departments (internal customers) through Kaizen processes.
• 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
• 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.
• Maintain efficiency levels to 90% or better.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending
• Paid Holidays
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED