Tool & Die Maker

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.

Tool & Die Maker

Colonial Heights, VA

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Tool & Die Maker. This key position will be based in our new manufacturing operations located in South Chesterfield, VA, reporting to the Maintenance Manager to provide support for manufacturing by designing, making and repairing tools. Assist engineering and maintenance by making prototypes, or equipment repair parts.

• Daily check with supervisor for incoming work such as broken dies; continue with pending assignments as priority allows.
• Design die from engineering drawings, sketches or verbal direction
• Set up and operate conventional or CNC equipment to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes.
• Operation of all tool room equipment to make and repair dies.
• Assist with prototypes from engineering department.
• Select metals to be used from a range of metals and alloys, based on properties such as hardness and heat treatment properties.
• Study blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies.
• Assist the maintenance department when needed.
• Weld, measure, heat treat, etc.

• Knowledge of precision measuring tools, layout tools, hand & bench tools, metallurgy and heat treatment, advanced mathematics I.E. Geometry and Trigonometry
• Experience with engine lathes, mill machines, jig bore, surface grinders, and press operation.
• Blue Print reading and familiarity with Master Cam, AutoCAD and Solid Works is essential.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office, Outlook and Internet Explorer.

• Must be a team player and work well with others.
• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred
• Some working knowledge of troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Some working knowledge of robotics and industrial machinery in an automated production environment.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have good teamwork and communication skills.
• Must have ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Must be able to work with little or no supervision and meet deadlines.

• One year certificate from college or technical school (Machinist certificate); or equivalent.
• HS Diploma/GED

• Requires 5 or more years of experience in Tool & Die machine shop. Knowledge of progressive dies a must.

• Regularly required to walk, sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Gross manual dexterity (operate a motor vehicle) is also required.
• Ability to reach with arms and hands; bend, kneel, crouch and/or crawl as well as the ability to see and hear.
• Able to work night shifts and on weekends when required.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to move about in office, warehouse and manufacturing facilities.

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