Production Scheduler/Planner

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: Production Scheduler

Location: Richmond, VA

What we are looking for:

We are looking for a Production Scheduler to develop, prepare, and maintain the production schedules at both Richmond plants to ensure maximum efficiency and to meet our customers' expectations.

The Production Scheduler is key in ensuring that production runs efficiently and the company achieves its financial goals and customer goals.

What you will be responsible for in this role:

• Review and create daily/weekly/monthly schedules for the plant.
• Manage load leveling and bottleneck scheduling while understanding constraints for more accurate scheduling.
• Monitor and update changes to production plans and master schedules, to include the maintenance of product forecasts if applicable.
• Work cross-functionally with Sales, Business Units, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Operations to ensure cross-functional alignment and meet company objectives.
• Various projects as assigned.

What are the basic qualifications?

• 1-2 years' experience in manufacturing scheduling
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to respond to change with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Effective communication and people skills

What are the preferred qualifications?

• Six Sigma Certification
• APICS certification
• Automotive or aerospace manufacturing experience

To be a great fit for the role:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Understanding of data analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to multi-task competing priorities and projects at the same time.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong computer skills-including Microsoft suite of products including Power BI.

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 is 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 is 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

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.

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: - [per hour / annually]

[Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.]

[Commission Eligible: This position is eligible to earn commissions based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable commissions plan.]

[Other Compensation: This position is eligible to earn other compensation in the form of [XX], as governed by applicable plan documents and policies.]

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.

[Internal Note - Only use the following benefits paragraph for positions being offered a full benefits package. For positions not being offered a full benefits package, consult with Dover HR Operations and Dover Legal on the proper benefits information to post] 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 [[XX] paid holidays per calendar year,] [paid vacation days beginning at [XX] hours annually,] [[XX] paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws,] [paid time off beginning at [XX] hours annually]; [insert Corporate or OpCo specific benefits e.g., tuition assistance;] ;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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Job Function : Manufacturing & Operations