Team Lead - Assembly

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 - Production (Final Assembly, Refrigeration, Framing, Sub-Assembly/Refrigeration)   

FLSA Status:             Hourly / Non-Exempt    

Department:               Operations

Supervisor:                Production Supervisor

Shift:                           1st    

 

What we are looking for:

 

The Department Lead is responsible for coordinating the activities of production and employees by acting as a bridge between employees and the Production Supervisor.

 

What you’ll be responsible for in this role:

 

• Ensure a safe working environment and that the team is working safely
• Set the example for safety, attendance, productivity, attitude, etc.
• Assign tasks to meet daily production targets
• Ensure team members have required PPE, parts, tools, etc., to perform assigned tasks
• Provide on-the-spot verbal coaching or correction and document as required, both good and bad
• Keep supervisor informed of individual performance trends, both good and bad
• Ensure production standards are met
• Mediate conflict between team members
• Understand at a basic level employment compliance risks (ex: ADA, FMLA, sexual harassment, bullying, threats of violence, etc.), and report to department leadership and HR in a timely manner
• Ensure team members are trained to perform assigned tasks
• Complete audits and sign offs in respective areas
• Ensure critical information is communicated at shift turnover
• Demonstrated understanding of production operations
• Assist assigned department with tracking parts, resolving issues, and communicating with team members
• Assume other activities and responsibilities from time-to-time as directed by supervisor
• Read and comprehend a job order, bill of materials, blueprint, text, or schematic drawings
• Identify parts and part descriptions using work order information and identify proper tools needed to perform duties in respective area
• Assist with lean initiatives on the floor and participate and/or lead continuous improvement events
• Must be able to adapt to rapidly changing situations
• Performs any assembly-type function, using hand or power tools
• Utilize appropriate information given on material gauging and dimensioning
• Read rulers, tape measurers, metal squares, and other measuring instruments
• Fasten parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, rivets, or fasteners
• Identify maintenance needed on equipment and tooling
• Work at different workstations as production needs require
• Maintain the work area in a clean, safe, and orderly manner
• Use proper safety equipment and apparel required for each operation on individual’s product line or work cell
• Perform other duties as assigned

What are the basic qualifications?

 

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
  
  

To be a great fit for the role:

 

• Team oriented – values the synergy of a team and operates as a team player
• Effectively collabor