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Welder I - 1st shift

OPW Fueling Components, LLC
Smithfield, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/10/2026

Job Requisition ID: 65973

Department: Manuf. & Operations (DEPT_MFGOP)

At Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), we are taking fueling and convenience retail to the next level. We are passionate about cultivating excellence in everything we do, but what really fuels us is our people. They're the heart of our company. As an employee, our promise to you is that you'll work on new and innovative products and solutions, be mentored by managers and teammates who are collaborative, caring, and act with integrity, and have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you. Unique and interesting projects - both locally and globally - will challenge you and allow you to pursue different and rewarding career paths.

We are #EnergizedByGrowth.

DFS is part of a legacy of leadership that spans back generations, made up of some of the most trusted, leading-edge brands in the industry. As part of Dover Corporation and with our talented, innovative, outstanding people, we are doing great things and redefining what is possible in fueling and convenience retail. Providing advanced fuel-dispensing equipment, including clean energy solutions, systems and payment, automatic tank gauging and wet stock-management solutions, DFS comprises the product brands of Wayne Fueling Systems, OPW Fuel Management Systems, ClearView, Tokheim, ProGauge, Fairbanks, LIQAL, AvaLAN, and Bulloch Technologies. Headquartered in Austin, TX, DFS has a significant technology development and manufacturing presence worldwide, including facilities in Brazil, China, India, Italy, Poland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Shift: 1st

Hours: Monday - Friday 5:30am - 2 pm with overtime

Open Positions: 1

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Reading and interpreting blue prints and product specifications
  • Using Hand Tools and measuring devices to perform basic tasks
  • Using power tools and welding equipment to perform complex tasks
  • Working within teams or independently as directed
  • Complete required assembly activities for an assigned cell while consistently maintaining product quality and safe work practices
  • Meet and maintain daily production rates & goals as established and required by the company
  • Read and follow standard work instructions.
  • Keep Supervisor / Group Lead/Manufacturing Technicians informed of cell activity including but not limited to information related to quality, personal, parts supply, and safety issues that may occur within the scope of responsibility
  • Complete all required cell activities and documentation for assigned work cell as requested by supervisor.
  • Attend all required training
  • Assure a quality focus is maintained at all times
  • Address all quality and safety concerns via the appropriate channel for an assigned cell
  • Participate in all required continuous improvement activities as requested or required by the company
  • Utilize Lean concepts and provided tool tools in order to improve the production process
  • Assure work environment is clean, orderly and free of safety hazards at all times
  • Actively participate in all department projects, tasks, and objectives including but not limited to continuous improvement activities
  • Maintain the highest ethical standards as well as absolute personal and intellectual integrity, mature judgment, and innate cooperative nature.
  • Other activities as needed and requested
  • Must be able to use all required tools in an assigned work area

Position Requirements:

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and product specifications
  • Working knowledge of hand tools, power tools and welding/fabrication equipment
  • Must be able to read and follow blueprints, drawings and schematics
  • 1-3 years' experience specializing in fabrication and/or welding (MIG, TIG and Stick welding processes, cutting torch, plasma cutting, etc.)
  • Adhere to all required company policies
  • Ability to work all scheduled and adjusted times, and or work overtime to accommodate production
  • Ability to effectively train associates and manage required documentation
  • Willing and able to wear all required personal protective equipment
  • Standing for long periods of time
  • Bend/stoop, climb, reach above shoulder, kneel and squat occasionally
  • Be able to lift up to 50 lbs. manually on a repetitive basis

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, includingpaid vacation days, paid sick leave hours or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, paid time ;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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, 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 contactdfs.hrinquiries@doverfs.comfor assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

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. Please verify the authenticity of an invitation to apply for a job, or for a job offer by contacting us directly through our Dover and affiliated operating company websites athttps://careers.dovercorporation.com/. To learn how you can protect yourself, review ourRecruitment Fraud Notice on our careers site.

This position may be located in:Americas : United States : North Carolina : Smithfield

Job Function : Manufacturing & Operations


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of 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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