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Team Lead - Assembly

Dover Food Retail
Keosauqua, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/19/2026
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.

Job Title: Team Lead - Production (Final Assembly, Refrigeration, Framing, Sub-Assembly/Refrigeration)

FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt

Department: Operations

Supervisor: Production Supervisor

Shift: 1st

What We Are Looking For

The Department Lead is responsible for coordinating the activities of production and employees by acting as a bridge between employees and the Production Supervisor.

What You’ll Be Responsible For In This Role

  • Ensure a safe working environment and that the team is working safely
  • Set the example for safety, attendance, productivity, attitude, etc.
  • Assign tasks to meet daily production targets
  • Ensure team members have required PPE, parts, tools, etc., to perform assigned tasks
  • Provide on-the-spot verbal coaching or correction and document as required, both good and bad
  • Keep supervisor informed of individual performance trends, both good and bad
  • Ensure production standards are met
  • Mediate conflict between team members
  • Understand at a basic level employment compliance risks (ex: ADA, FMLA, sexual harassment, bullying, threats of violence, etc.), and report to department leadership and HR in a timely manner
  • Ensure team members are trained to perform assigned tasks
  • Complete audits and sign offs in respective areas
  • Ensure critical information is communicated at shift turnover
  • Demonstrated understanding of production operations
  • Assist assigned department with tracking parts, resolving issues, and communicating with team members
  • Assume other activities and responsibilities from time-to-time as directed by supervisor
  • Read and comprehend a job order, bill of materials, blueprint, text, or schematic drawings
  • Identify parts and part descriptions using work order information and identify proper tools needed to perform duties in respective area
  • Assist with lean initiatives on the floor and participate and/or lead continuous improvement events
  • Must be able to adapt to rapidly changing situations
  • Performs any assembly-type function, using hand or power tools
  • Utilize appropriate information given on material gauging and dimensioning
  • Read rulers, tape measurers, metal squares, and other measuring instruments
  • Fasten parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, rivets, or fasteners
  • Identify maintenance needed on equipment and tooling
  • Work at different workstations as production needs require
  • Maintain the work area in a clean, safe, and orderly manner
  • Use proper safety equipment and apparel required for each operation on individual’s product line or work cell
  • Perform other duties as assigned

What are the basic qualifications?

  • High School Diploma/GED required
  • Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

To Be a Great Fit For The Role

  • Team oriented – values the synergy of a team and operates as a team player
  • Effectively collaborates, engages others in discussion and is hands-on in problem solving
  • A fast learner able to quickly come up to speed on business processes to manage and serve the needs of the organization
  • A passion for getting things right
  • Can-do attitude, committed to finding solutions
  • Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and schematic drawings
  • Demonstrated proficiency with handheld tools and other measuring devices
  • Demonstrated proficiency with written and verbal communication and/or instruction

Physical Demands

  • Occasionally – Sitting, Climbing/Balancing, Stooping/Twisting, Kneeling, Squatting, Crawling, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Gripping, Pinching, Neck Rotation/Extension, Foot Use, and Lift/Carry up to 50 lbs
  • Frequently – Standing, Walking, and Keyboarding
  • Constantly – Visual Acuity (Near/Far)
  • Occasionally – Occurs up to 1/3 of the time
  • Frequently – Occurs 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
  • Constantly – Occurs 2/3 or more of the time

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: 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 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.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact BOT@doverfoodretail.com for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

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