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Machine Operator, Tank & Canopy, 3rd Shift

Dover Corporation
Chester, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/14/2026
Job Title: Machine Operator I, Tank & Canopy, 3rd Shift (11pm - 7am)

Location: Richmond, VA - P2

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a Machine Operator I who will be responsible for fabricating products using proper tools and machines. Fabricates various types of products and components, meeting defined production schedules. Perform basic and advanced operator preventative maintenance tasks. Operate and/or use related machinery, equipment, and tools necessary to complete assembly / parts fabrication to specifications, which include hoists, slings, grinders (portable & bench), drills, presses, punches, saws, bending machines, tape measure, hand tools, etc.

What You’ll Be Responsible For In This Role

  • Fabricate assemblies / parts for products and changes to existing products per engineering documents and established production standards.
  • Set-up, and lay out work using fixtures and guides to fabricate parts and assemblies.
  • Arrange parts for fabrication and staging processes.
  • Review finished assemblies and parts to ensure accuracy against drawings and BOMs.
  • Report fabrication issues and assist in resolutions as required.
  • Reject defective parts and material according to policy.
  • Ensure safe, careful use, treatment, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
  • Participate in and attend cross functional meetings as required.
  • Complex trouble shooting.
  • Participate in cross training of team members---train and be trained

What are the basic qualifications?

  • 1 - 3 years of production fabrication or comparable experience

What are the preferred qualifications?

  • 1 to 2 years of fabrication/machining preferred

Essential Physical/Environmental Requirements

  • May be required to perform specific tasks that involve standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, or kneeling.
  • Must be able to lift with or without mechanical aids on a recurring basis (up to 50 lbs.).
  • Work is performed within a production environment, subject to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, mechanical parts, increased noise levels and dust.

To Be a Great Fit For The Role

  • Self-directed
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Basic reading/writing skills
  • Basic PC skills
  • Basic math skills
  • Analytical reasoning/problem solving skills
  • Ability to read a tape measure and understand fractions and decimals
  • Good communication skills
  • Understanding of 6S
  • Ability to read and understand all job specifications
  • Ability to stand, walk and/or sit for long periods of time
  • Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously in a fast-paced and complex environment.
  • Team oriented individual who is flexible and adaptable to an ever-changing environment.

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

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