Material Handler I
Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and a pioneer 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), 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 customers succeed.
About the role
The primary responsibility of this entry-level role is to support warehouse operations by receiving materials, putting them away in the correct locations, and picking items as needed. This position helps keep materials moving smoothly between the warehouse and production areas to ensure workstations remain stocked and production can continue without interruption.
Responsibilities
- Receive incoming materials, unload trucks, and open containers.
- Verify, label, and log incoming and outgoing goods using basic computer or tablet tools.
- Stock shelves and put materials away in assigned locations.
- Pick materials for orders, work orders, or production requests.
- Move materials throughout the facility using approved material-handling equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, forklifts, reach trucks, tuggers) or by hand.
- Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures for material rotation.
- Assist with inventory counts and report material shortages when needed.
- Maintain clean, organized work areas in line with 5S and Lean practices.
- Safely lift items up to 30 lbs.
- Perform other warehouse tasks as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Three to six months of related experience preferred.
- Ability to obtain certification to operate material-handling equipment (such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or tuggers).
Skills
- Basic reading and writing skills.
- Ability to understand and follow written job instructions.
- Basic computer skills for logging transactions on a tablet or PC.
- Ability to safely operate common material-handling equipment (training provided if needed).
Benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Wellness programs.
- Health savings account, health care, and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
- Company-paid short-term disability and long-term disability.
- Company-paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance.
- Supplemental employee and dependent life insurance.
- Optional accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance.
- Adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance.
- Commuter benefits.
- Parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence.
- Paid time off, including business travel services.
- Employee discounts.
- Employee assistance program that includes company-paid counseling sessions and legal services.
Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.
Schedule
Onsite