Production Specialist

Midland Manufacturing, part of OPW,  a Dover Company is a leader in the rail tank car valves and fittings industry.  Our innovative rail products are manufactured and engineered for the safe and efficient loading, transporting, and unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products.

For over 125 years, OPW has led the way in designing and manufacturing world-class retail fueling, fluid handling and car wash system solutions for the safe and efficient handling and distribution of fuels and critical fluids. OPW makes above ground and below ground products for both conventional, vapour recovery and clean energy applications in the retail and commercial markets. Additionally, OPW supplies loading arms, valves and dry-break couplings, tank truck equipment, rail car valves and equipment, and car wash systems. OPW has manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia Pacific, with sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Dover Corporation, which is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under 'DOV'. To learn more about OPW’s 125 years of providing industry-leading solutions, visit our website at www.opwglobal.com.

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.

Overview:

The Production Specialist is responsible for performing assembly and customer services related tasks of the Repair and Remanufacturing operations for Midland Manufacturing. This position will engage in written and oral communication with external customers, perform assemblies, generate invoices and process orders through Midland’s ERP system, Oracle along with other assigned duties, as required.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Responsibilities: 

• Communicates with customers regarding orders, pricing and scheduling of parts/repairs
• Creates and Processes customer work orders in Oracle order management and planning
• Performs required transactions in Oracle to receive and ship customer orders
• Performs assembly duties as assigned using standard procedures, tools, materials, machines and equipment
• Performs disassembly and cleaning of products returned by customer
• Follows well-established guidance from specified process instructions, blueprints, and verbalized instructions from other team members
• Utilizes hand and power tools, builds sub-assemblies, and mounts components and parts to assemblies
• Understand and perform to all quality regulations, standards and policies, including but not limited to ISO 9001:2015 and AAR M-1003. Follow work procedures and ensure highest level of quality anc compliance
• Performs other duties as assigned

Essential Competences and Capabilities:

• Ability to read/interpret blueprints, job orders, tooling instructions, and standard charts
• Must possess proficient reading, writing, and computation skills
• Must possess good mechanical aptitude demonstrated by success in previous machine operation or like activities
• Must possess good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Ability to continuously improve and learn new skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Perform housekeeping duties including 5S, coolant replacement, and TPM
• Willingness and ability to rotate into other positions within the team as required to meet production requirements
• Actively participate in defining idea and strategies to meet quality and performance objectives during improvement reviews within the team
• Actively participate in team meetings as required (safety, problem solving, etc.)
• Ability to problem-solve individually or as part of a group as job duties require

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma , GED or equivalent
• Two or more years of relevant manufacturing experience preferably with mechanical assembly/disassembly
• Experience with ERP system preferably Oracle

Desired Characteristics, Competence and Capabilities:

• Work safely and supports a safe work environment
• Strong business and analytical capabilities
• Ability to communicate and work with all levels of a manufacturing company
• Strong sense of commitment and the capacity to function in an autonomous environment
• Excellent ability to organize and prioritize work responsibilities
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
• May be required to work overtime

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:

• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is continuously standing, repetitively grasping and repetitively using fine manipulation with the hands.  The team member may be frequently required to walk, bend, squat, or twist as well as repetitively push or pull frequently up to 15-20 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds with assistance
• This position is performed in a manufacturing environment.  Team members in this position may be exposed to loud operating machinery, temperatures variations with limited exposure to chemicals and vapors.  
• Will use a variety of assembly presses, hand and power tools and, measuring instruments, etc to perform the required job tasks

Work Arrangement : Onsite  

Salary Range : $25.00   - $33.06  

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.

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.

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 opwaccommodations@acmecryo.com for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

Job Function : Machine Operator; Manufacturing & Operations