Water Strider-Materials

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 thrives on creativity, customer-centric innovation, and a collaborative environment that delivers fresh thinking and reassures customers they choose the best.

About the role

As a Water Spider, your primary mission is to keep production moving by ensuring materials are delivered to the right place at the right time, minimizing downtime and maximizing the productivity of the entire assembly team.

Available shifts: 1st Shift (6am–2:30pm) & 2nd Shift (2pm–10:30pm).

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and bills of materials to identify required parts and tools.
• Execute assembly tasks using hand/power tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Act as the central point of contact for your department, collaborating across teams to clear hurdles and keep production on track.
• Actively support Lean initiatives and lead or participate in continuous improvement events to refine floor processes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace; identify equipment maintenance needs and adhere to all PPE and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience (manufacturing environment strongly preferred).

Skills

• Collaborative problem-solver with a “can-do” attitude for hands-on solutions.
• Detail-oriented, with a passion for accuracy in reading tape measures and interpreting complex work orders.
• Adaptable to fast-paced environments and able to pivot quickly as production needs change.
• Technically proficient with handheld tools, measuring devices, and technical documentation.

Physical Requirements

• Constant walking; frequent standing and reaching.
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs constantly, 25 lbs frequently, and up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness programs, health savings account, and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental life insurance for employee and dependents.
• 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 with company-paid counseling sessions and legal services.