Job Description

Our Story :

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and l eading our industry by Innovating Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony .

DFR is part of the Climate and Sustainability Technologies 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: Senior Packaging Engineer

Location: Richmond, VA

What we’re looking for:

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative experienced Senior Packaging Engineer who will be responsible for leading refrigerated merchandise packaging engineering efforts, candidate will manage the development and execution of the current packaging process roadmap and NPD projects, working with internal design, manufacturing, & reliability teams and external material, equipment, & manufacturing suppliers

What you’ll be responsible for in this role:

• Manage engineering package for NPD and Quality projects from concept to completion, including scheduling, cost & labor savings deliverables. Implement and design new packaging material to improve the current design follow-up stage/gate process.
• Collaborate in strategic projects within Sourcing, Production, Quality, Warranty/Services, and Intercompany to provide guidance and technical support to product specs, data analysis, and technical recommendations
• Collaborate with manufacturing during the product development stage to provide packaging solutions to issues during the product implementation.
• Develop 3D CAD models, assembly, drawings, and create & audit structured BOM, released ECNs as well as PDM experience (Solid Works Manage & Enovia preferred)
• Ensure the new packaging complies with codes, agency listings (UL)
• Coordinate the request and follow-up of prototyping construction for new products.
• Lead test plan revisions during the product development (DVP) with the lab engineer to validate the product and have an FMEA review with the team.
• Ability to effectively solve problems using techniques (A3, fishbone, root cause, 5-Whys) Conducts regular design, quality, cost, manufacturability, and safety reviews with project team and support functions.
• Perform Packaging requirements & follow up with vendors' new tooling.
• Leading Quality and Continuous improvement projects related to Packaging material
• The candidate will be responsible for the product Integrity and packaging creation of project plans including timeline, cost, and risk assessments and mitigation plan.
• Manage Engineer packaging requirements for current production, packaging documentation, and management of packaging line trials at new product development stages.
• Responsible for influencing packaging and product design by addressing the structural integrity and reliability issues in refrigerated products at Dover. The scope is to address all mechanical aspects of packaging technology and associated material and process interactions.
• Responsible for the modeling and simulation, design of experiment, and testing, whichever comes first for best engineering practice, of mechanical responses of package products
• A solid background in applied mechanics, especially computational and/or experimental solid mechanics, is required. In-depth knowledge of packaging is highly desired.
• Lead the development of packaging & equipment specifications.
• Manage Packaging activities, working cross-functionally to define scope, design, manufacturability, cost, risk, and schedules for capital projects.
• Drive vendor selection and assessment processes for packaging equipment.
• Provide input into user requirements, design specifications, process parameters, and FMEA assessments. • Establish and maintain best practices and functional standards for packaging to promote standardization of material, equipment, processes, and systems.
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for packaging requirements, driving alignment on procedures and standards within internal teams.
• Execute the packaging design of processes and equipment, leveraging innovative engineering techniques and benchmarking both internally and externally.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies for packaging equipment and materials, conducting testing as part of the technical roadmap.
• Lead capital projects, ensuring adherence to new product development project timelines.
• Participate in the Stage-Gate process on new projects, from conceptual design to validation, and qualification.
• Consult with R&D, purchasing, customer service, maintenance, and production departments to determine the costs and feasibility of producing proposed packaging.
• Standardize and reduce the complexity of the Legacy model's current packaging.
• Additional duties may be assigned from time to time

What are the basic qualifications?

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Material Science
• Minimum of 7 years of mechanical engineering experience with 3 years of relevant experience as a Packaging Engineer

What are the preferred qualifications?

• Familiarity with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required and basic statistical analysis techniques are preferred.
• Proficiency in 3D design & simulation software SolidWorks, GD&T, PDM and manufacturing process knowledge
• Understand packaging machinery safety standards
• A solid understanding of a broad spectrum of packaging materials, structures, components, and related conversion processes is required.
• Lean/Six Sigma Certification a plus.
• Project management skills and technical management are a plus.
• This position requires in-depth knowledge of materials and processes used in commercial refrigeration, Extrusions, Glass, and Plastic components.
• Strong background in computational solid mechanics and/or experimental solid mechanics with emphasis on failure analysis and design of experiments.
• Strong oral and written communication skills - verbal, written, and presentation

To be a great fit for the role:

• A technical and regulatory background in packaging requirements for the door display products industry.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) are required. Expected to be able to present own work to peers and cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of SPC techniques, FMEAs, Six Sigma, and Reliability Standards. Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify root causes, draw conclusions, and generate reports that present sound data-driven conclusions

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’s our values that define Dover to all 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’s 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

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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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