Lead-Water Strider

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.
Role Overview: Water Strider
As a Water Strider Team Lead, your primary mission is to keep production moving. You ensure Water Striders are delivering material to the right place at the right time, minimizing downtime and maximizing the productivity of the entire assembly team.
Your Responsibilities
Material Logistics: Optimize material flow by creating systematic Just-In-Time (JIT) routes and timelines. Manage material scanning processes to ensure inventory accuracy at the point of use. Validate material inventory on the production line to support daily requirements.
Operational Support: Interpret work orders, requisitions, supply demand documents, and bills of materials to identify required parts and tools.
Communication & Alignment: Act as a focal point in the material flow process, collaborating with operations and assembly personnel to clear hurdles and keep production on track.
Lean Leadership: Promote Lean initiatives and lead continuous improvement efforts within your team to refine floor processes.
Safety & Stewardship: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace. Identify equipment maintenance needs and adhere to all PPE and safety protocols.
Who You Are
A Collaborative Problem-Solver: You value team synergy and have a "can-do" attitude when it comes to finding hands-on solutions.
Detail-Oriented: You have a passion for accuracy, whether you're reading a tape measure or interpreting complex work orders.
Adaptable: You thrive in fast-paced environments and can quickly pivot as production needs change.
Technically Proficient: You are comfortable with handheld tools, measuring devices, and technical documentation.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience (manufacturing environment strongly preferred).
Physical Requirements
This is a physically active role requiring constant movement.
Mobility: Constant walking; frequent standing and reaching.
Strength: Ability to lift up to 10 lbs constantly, 25 lbs frequently, and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
Agility: Occasional stooping, kneeling, squatting, and climbing/balancing.


Pay Range: USD 24.97 - 31.00 Annually

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.

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 experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.



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