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Material Handler – 1st shift
full-timeFond du Lac, Sun Prairie, Madison, Ripon, Beaver Dam

Summary

Location

Fond du Lac, Sun Prairie, Madison, Ripon, Beaver Dam

Type

full-time

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About this role

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

1st shift hours: Monday - Thursday 5:00AM - 3:30 PM

Pay Rate: $19.50 (Material Handler I)

Pay Rate: $20.50 (Material Handler II)

The Material Handler will be responsible for all material handling needs, primarily picking warehouse parts and delivering them to assembly areas to ensure efficient production. Work closely with production lines to ensure full utilization of people, materials, and equipment to meet customer demand. The Material Handler will be required to achieve company standards for Safety, Quality, Continuous Improvement (CI), and Productivity.

Material Handler I - Minimum Qualifications:

  • 0-2 years of experience

  • Follow and adhere to company policies 

  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy

  • Ability to effectively work in a team environment

  • Effective communication skills

  • Basic PC knowledge

  • Ability to identify and resolve basic problems

  • Ability to perform basic reading, writing, and math function

  • High school diploma or equivalent

Material Handler II - Minimum qualifications:

  • 1-3 years' experience

  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy

  • Strong communication skills

  • Intermediate PC knowledge

  • Ability to identify and resolve intermediate problems

  • Ability to operate all forklift or other equipment to transport materials

  • Ability to enter/maintain/transact materials in company ERP program

Material Handler III - Minimum qualifications:

  • 2 to 5 years' experience

  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

  • Ability to operate all forklift or other equipment to transport materials

  • Ability to learn and use problem solving tools in everyday work

  • Previous experience coaching and training other employees

  • Experience leading and forming teams

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience and ability to operate a forklift or other equipment to transport materials

  • Ability to enter/maintain/transact materials in company ERP program

Essential Duties:

  • Work under general supervision with well-defined tasks while following company procedures, processes, and policies.

  • Participates in metric boards measuring Safety, Quality, CI, and Productivity and work is reviewed for accuracy.

  • Complete and retain all required training

  • May resolve problems with assistance from peers or supervisors depending on the level and complexity.  Follows defined procedures and practices.

  • Contacts are typically with immediate supervisor and other members of the team in the immediate organization. 

  • Participate in 5S programs that are based on visual control to determine if an area is normal or abnormal.  If abnormal, fix the area immediately.

  • Complete forklift daily per procedure

  • Good attendance is expected per policy

Level of Independence:

  • Report to Materials Supervisor and will take direction from the Materials Leads.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

Other facts

Tech stack
Material Handling,Attention To Detail,Teamwork,Communication Skills,Problem Solving,Forklift Operation,ERP Software,Safety Standards,Quality Control,Continuous Improvement,Productivity,Training,Coaching,5S Programs,Basic Math,Reading Skills

About Generac Power Systems

Generac is the total energy solutions company powering a smarter world. We help free people to use energy on their own terms by giving them access to reliable energy that is also cleaner, more efficient and better managed.

We do this by making homes a sanctuary where people have reliable power so they can safely and comfortably work, learn and entertain. Around the world, our commercial and industrial solutions are trusted to power and support businesses and critical infrastructure to protect against the challenges of an aging power grid, increasingly severe weather and escalating energy demands and rising rates.

As an industry pioneer, we are relentlessly focused on the future of energy management. We’re ushering in a new era of energy solutions where we are exploring new technologies, delivering connected solutions and protecting against increasing energy costs for consumers and commercial users.

Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
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Industry: Electric Power Generation
Founding Year: 1959

What you'll do

  • The Material Handler will be responsible for picking warehouse parts and delivering them to assembly areas to ensure efficient production. They will work closely with production lines to meet customer demand and achieve company standards for safety, quality, and productivity.

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What does a Material Handler – 1st shift do at Generac Power Systems?

As a Material Handler – 1st shift at Generac Power Systems, you will: the Material Handler will be responsible for picking warehouse parts and delivering them to assembly areas to ensure efficient production. They will work closely with production lines to meet customer demand and achieve company standards for safety, quality, and productivity..

Why join Generac Power Systems as a Material Handler – 1st shift?

Generac Power Systems is a leading Electric Power Generation company.

Is the Material Handler – 1st shift position at Generac Power Systems remote?

The Material Handler – 1st shift position at Generac Power Systems is based in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, United States and Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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