Team Captain - Materials

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.

ob Title:        Team Lead - Materials  

Location:        Chester, VA             

 

What we are looking for:

 

The Team Lead provides leadership and technical direction to a team of hourly production associates, ensuring that team members are working safely and productively, and meeting defined production and quality metrics. They lead by example, act proactively to ensure smooth team operations, and ensure effective collaboration within the team.

 

 

What you will be responsible for in this role:

 

• Ability to work and manage all stations on the assembly line
• Proven leader with experience leading within a large manufacturing organization; able to motivate teams and drive accountability
• Develops, promotes, and maintains a safe work environment.
• Have a working understanding of all basic safety procedures and sets the example for proper use of all safety equipment and apparel
• Direct daily activities in the work area to ensure daily production goals are met.
• Develops and maintains the highest quality standard – zero defects. Works continuously to improve all areas.
• Training and coaching of associates to include manufacturing practices, quality practices, and safety procedures.
• Identify parts and part descriptions using work order information
• Communication of job status between shifts and continuation of work in progress
• Coordinate with supervisor for associate vacation requests and assist in associate reviews and accident investigation
• Understanding of all attendance and Human Resource policies.
• Strong professional presence and high ethical standards of conduct.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities is a must.
• Quickly and effectively shifts gears to meet changing business requirements.
• Other duties as assigned

 

What are the basic qualifications?

• HS Diploma/GED
• Previous supervisory/lead experience preferred

 

Preferred Competencies

• Six months’ experience working in a manufacturing environment. 

 

 

To be a great fit for the role:

 

• Customer Focus 
• Manages Complexity 

• Decision Quality 
• Action Oriented 
• Plans and Aligns 
• Ensures Accountability 
• Drives Results 

• Collaborates 
• Drives Engagement 
• Self-Development 

 

How We Define Our Values and Why You Should Join Our Team:

 

The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It’s our values that define Dover to all of our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially to ourselves.

These values must be expressed in our work and embody our actions, as they form the basis by which we do our jobs, make decisions and measure our performance. It’s our unwavering commitment to maintaining our values that defines who we are as a Company.

 

• Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Winning Through Customers
• Respects and Values People
• Expectations for Results
• High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust

 

What’s in it for you?

 

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

Work Arrangement : Onsite  

Salary Range :    -   

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experien