Mechanical Technician, Machinist

## Mechanical Technician, Machinist Apply:
Onsite:
Chester, Virginia, USA:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
JR100130

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 Hill Phoenix 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.

Mechanical Technician/Machinist works with manual heavy machinery from setup to operation to produce parts and tools from metal. Machinists make adjustments to the machine to control speed, material feed and path of the cut, as well as make sure the machines are set up properly, working well, and producing quality product. Machinists make sure their machines are working at full capacity, are stocked with needed materials, well-maintained and perform periodic checks on output.

They will be using measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers and depth micrometers the operator will perform detailed inspection of parts andpieces, ensuring the product meets production guidelines. Machine operators report quality-control problems such as defects in raw material and fi nishedproducts, suggesting changes and adjustments to both the raw materials and machine, while maintaining a clean workspace and wash or polish fi nishedproducts when needed.

Specific duties included but not limited to:
* Figure machine set up positions - through the use of Edge Finders/Mathematical equations
* Sets tooling & Loads in machines
* Completes inspection data sheet
* Deburrs parts through the use of deburring tools and equipment
* Manual equipment experience to include, but not limited to, drill press, manual milling machines, manual lathes, manual surface grinders QUALIFICATIONS

SUMMARY:

* Mechanical Technicians/Machinists can gain skills through vocational schools, technical colleges or community college programs, or apprenticeships. Typically, it takes 4-5 yearsof combined education and on-the-job training to become fully trained. To excel, machinists need many years of experience and must show aptitude for math,problem-solving and computer skills.
* Math

Skills:

Good math skills will help machinists understand complex instructions, how schematics work and make sure items are designed and built correctly.
* Problem Solving

Skills:

Machinists will need to know why machines are not at peak performance, how to increase output and how to fi x errors.
* Attention to Detail: machinists will work with precision equipment. Being off by millimeters could be a critical error. Keen attention to detail is required.
* Stamina:
Machinists often work long hours doing repetitive movements.

Pay Range: USD 28 - 34 Hourly This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

This position is eligible to earn commissions based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable commissions plan.

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