Our Story:
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 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: Shipping Coordinator
Location: Chester, VA
What we are looking for:
The primary responsibility of this position is to coordinate the loading and unloading of finished cases onto trailers for customer delivery or movement between Hillphoenix facilities as needed.
What you will be responsible for in this role:
Coordinates with third party vendors and internal vendors the shipment of finished goods to customer sites.
Handles all shipping paperwork to ensure all shipments are delivered to their destination within set parameters.
Enters all shipment/freight information in the computer for tracking purposes.
Completes required international paperwork for shipment.
Works with the internal team when customer issues and/or returned product is sent back due to damages, etc.
Directs loading team to load and unload based on shipping schedule and shipment demands
Has working knowledge of inventory to determine where material is and make necessary communication to the appropriate teams.
Communicates with over the road drivers
Willing to help the team in other areas
Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office Suite programs; MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Working knowledge of company ERP systems, such as AS400 or SAP
Performs other related duties and assignments as required.
Other duties as assigned
What are the basic qualifications?
High School Diploma/GED
2+ years of relevant work experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite/Teams
Ability to lift 50 pounds plus bending, twisting or lifting from awkward positions or in tight spaces, must be able to push and pull cases in excess of 200lbs to 800lbs repetitiously.
To be a great fit for the role:
A willingness to go above and beyond for the customer to ensure a premium experience.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Sound understanding of commercial enterprise, freight transportation, and bill of ladings.
Experience with AS400.
Previous experience working with freight carriers.
Experience communicating with cross functions and vendors.
Familiar with basic accounting
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, and/or kneel.
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 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’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
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.