Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Fabrication

## Senior Manufacturing Engineer - FabricationApply: Onsite: Chester, Virginia, USA: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: JR100131Dover 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.**Job Title:**SeniorManufacturing Engineer - Fabrication **Location:** Chester, VA**What we are looking for:**We are looking for a person responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes while improving safety, quality, and productivity methods while actively contributing to achieve key performance indicators and company goals.**What you will be responsible for in this role:*** Plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes in industrial plant by developing, evaluating, and improving manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.* Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency and safety* Technical advisor for all matters related to fabrication processes.* Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.* Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.* Estimates production times, staffing requirements, CAPEX costs and related costs to provide information for management decisions.* Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.* Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.* Evaluates, recommends, and implements change to current manufacturing processes by analyzing production, labor standards, and material cost, reviewing production schedules, and estimating future requirements.* Provide design input to the New Product Development (NPD) and Design to Value (DTV) engineering teams to ensure optimal manufacturability.* Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, equipment layout and establishing and implementing Design For Manufacture (DFM) plans* Evaluates capital equipment investments, coordinates obtaining quotes, prepares cost justifications and manages the overall implementations and success of capital equipment projects.* Conduct make-vs-buy analysis of components of the existing product.**What are the basic qualifications?*** Four (4) year degree is required with a degree in an Engineering discipline.* Five (5) years of experience in industrial manufacturing engineering.* Three (3) years Engineering experience in fabrication processes, press, punch and cut aluminum and plastic profiles. Experience in glass door or window assembly processes is a plus.**To be a great fit for the role:*** Strong project management, analytical and problem solving skills.* Effective communication skill (verbal and written).* Ability to build trust and interact with all levels of the organization.* Ability to improve complex manufacturing systems.* Coordinate and support new product introduction, and department expansions* Presentation of technical information* Experience with 2D CAD (3D is a plus)* Provide accurate and timely project progress and results tracking.* Lead advanced problem solving teams as assigned.* Experience with facility layout design* Experienced in fabrication equipment and tooling* Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication and polyurethane foaming* Lean and Six Sigma manufacturing expertise.**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#LI-CW2Pay Range: USD 85000 - 100,000 AnnuallyThis 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.The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.Fraudulent Recruiting Disclaimer: Dover Corporation and our affiliated operating companies want to alert applicants to internet job posting fraud, where parties posing as Dover employees, recruiters, or other agents, try to engage with online candidates in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. We do not endorse or engage in any recruitment practices that involve payment or personal information outside of our official application and hiring process. 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