Tool & Die Maker

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

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Tool & Die Maker to support our manufacturing operations in South Chesterfield, VA. This position reports to the Maintenance Manager and involves designing, making, and repairing tools, as well as assisting engineering and maintenance with prototypes and equipment repair parts.

Responsibilities

• Daily check with supervisor for incoming work such as broken dies; continue with pending assignments as priority allows.
• Design dies from engineering drawings, sketches, or verbal direction.
• Set up and operate conventional or CNC equipment to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes.
• Operate all tool room equipment to make and repair dies.
• Assist with prototypes from the engineering department.
• Select metals to be used from a range of metals and alloys, based on properties such as hardness and heat treatment.
• Study blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies.
• Assist the maintenance department when needed.
• Perform welding, measuring, heat treating, and related tasks.

Requirements

• Knowledge of precision measuring tools, layout tools, hand & bench tools, metallurgy, and heat treatment.
• Advanced mathematics (e.g., Geometry and Trigonometry).
• Experience with engine lathes, mill machines, jig bore, surface grinders, and press operation.
• Blueprint reading and familiarity with MasterCam, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Internet Explorer.
• One year certificate from college or technical school (Machinist certificate) or equivalent; HS Diploma/GED.
• 5 or more years of experience in a Tool & Die machine shop.
• Knowledge of progressive dies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Team player with strong collaboration skills.
• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Working knowledge of troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Working knowledge of robotics and industrial machinery in an automated production environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision and meet deadlines.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to walk, sit, and stand for prolonged periods.
• Gross manual dexterity (e.g., operate a motor vehicle).
• Ability to reach with arms and hands; bend, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• Ability to see and hear.
• Able to work night shifts and weekends when required.
• Ability to sit for long periods.
• Ability to move about in office, warehouse, and manufacturing facilities.

Values

The backbone of Dover Food Retail is a team of dedicated employees who uphold our reputation for quality and delivering on promises. Our values define how we operate and make decisions:

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

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare, dependent care).
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Supplemental life and dependent life insurance (optional).
• Accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance (optional).
• 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 (company-paid counseling and legal services).
• Paid holidays.
• Wellness programs.

Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.