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Dover 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.

What You Will Be Responsible For In This Role

• Create a production plan based on the master schedule for the production lines. Balance
  
  

the production plan according to internal capacities and constraints on the manufacturing

line(s).

• Updates production orders to reflect changes in BOM's.
• Expedite and assign priorities to production orders in ERP/AS400, cascading priorities to
  
  

internal material supply chain.

• Be the champion for cleaning material backflush issues at close of work orders at end of
  
  

line and driving accountability from production and engineering to prevent these from

happening.

• Provide information to master scheduler and planning supervisor about production order
  
  

and expedites status for effective communication to internal and external customers.

• Coordinates reschedules of production orders based on material availability.
• Process and track material rejects for internal suppliers for evaluation and processing
  
  

scrap. Quickly and effectively shifts gears to meet changing business requirements.

• Have a solid working knowledge of BOMs, Routings and Operations.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Assist operations in the development and execution of production schedules consistent
  
  

with the overall building and shipping schedule of the company. Coordinates with

supporting departments to ensure that an adequate supply of materials arrive at the right

place in a timely manner.

• Leverage our internal ERP system (AS400) to schedule production lines in most efficient
  
  

and effective manner, to ensure the efficient flow of materials throughout the Plant for

assigned lines. This involves working closely with production, quality, engineering,

procurement and inside sales departments to set up maximize output and customer

satisfaction.

• Review of inventory levels and customer orders for the company's distribution network,
  
  

recommend system adjustments to achieve high levels of internal customer service

while marinating low level of inventory.

• Communication with both internal and external customers/partners/vendors to be
  
  

effective in the execution of the daily business related to production lines and raw

materials movement.

• Identify parts used on the assigned product line and verify placement location on the
  
  

product itself; also utilize work order information.

• Utilize modeling data & obtain collaborative feedback to perform optimization simulations
  
  

and recovery scheduling.

• Maintains work area in clean, safe, and orderly manner.
• Understand procedures for ordering supplies used in work area.
• Uses proper safety equipment and apparel required for each operation on individual's
  
  

product line or work cell, and specific types of clothing allowed and not allowed at work.

What are the basic qualifications?

• HS Diploma
• 3 years of Materials and Logistics/Planning experience in a demanding complex
  
  

manufacturing environment.

What are the preferred qualifications?

• Bachelor’s in Supply Chain Management.
  
  

To Be a Great Fit For The Role

• Knowledge of Planning Systems and understanding of materials movement and
  
  

utilization on production floor.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail.
  
  

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.

Benefits for this position include: a 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; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

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.

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