Machine Operator - Assembly

Dover Food Retail (DFR)

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of display cases, specialty products, refrigeration systems, power systems and comprehensive services.

Machine Operator I – Assembly

Location: Madison, GA

We are looking for a Machine Operator I – Assembly who will be responsible for loading and following setup instructions for cutting machines and other tools. Fabricates various types of products and components, meeting defined production schedules. Performs basic operator preventative maintenance. Operate and/or use related machinery, equipment, and tools necessary to complete assembly/parts fabrication to specifications, which include forklifts, pallet jacks, saws, drills, tape measure, hand tools, etc.

• Basic mechanical skills
• Fabricate wood crates for products and changes to existing products per engineering documents and established production standards
• Use hand tools, electric tools, and pneumatic tools
• Set up and lay out work using fixtures and guides to fabricate parts and assemblies
• Arrange parts for fabrication and staging processes
• Maintain acceptable performance standards for assembly, production, quality, safety, and housekeeping
• Review finished assemblies to ensure accuracy against drawings
• Report fabrication issues and assist in resolutions as required
• Diagnose process and quality issues, and make improvement recommendations to department supervisor
• Report defective machines, parts and materials according to policy
• Ensure safe, careful use, treatment, and maintenance of tools and equipment
• Participate in and attend cross-functional meetings as required
• Participate in cross‑training program—train and be trained
• Perform a variety of assembly or production duties with minimal supervision

• High school diploma or GED
• 1–2 years of production machine operator experience

• 1–2 years of fabrication/machining experience

• Self‑directed
• Mechanical aptitude
• Basic reading/writing skills
• Basic PC skills
• Basic math skills
• 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 specifications
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk and/or sit for long periods of time
• Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously in a fast‑paced and complex environment
• Team‑oriented, flexible and adaptable to an ever‑changing environment

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible spending account
• Paid holidays

Work arrangement: onsite. Pay range: not specified.

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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