Assembler – 2nd shift

Generac•Beaver Dam, WI

10d•$22 - $23

About The Position

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. 2nd shift: Monday - Friday 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour ( Assembler I) Pay Rate: $23.00 per hour (Assembler II) JOB SUMMARY: ASSEMBLER I: The Assembler I is responsible for performing basic assembly work to manufacture products in a cost effective and timely manner while fulfilling quality standards. The Assembler I will validate material prior to beginning assembly, review work instructions, build product per specifications and within tolerances, complete all clean-up and housekeeping procedures, comply with all quality, safety and work rules and regulations including wearing all appropriate PPE. ASSEMBLER II The Assembler II is responsible for performing complex assembly work to manufacture products in a cost effective and timely manner while fulfilling quality standards. The Assembler II will validate material prior to beginning assembly, review work instructions, build product per specifications and within tolerances, complete all clean-up and housekeeping procedures, comply with all quality, safety and work rules and regulations including wearing all appropriate PPE. The Assembler II will also train other employees. ASSEMBLER III: The Assembler III is responsible for performing complex assembly work to manufacture products in a cost effective and timely manner while fulfilling quality standards. The Assembler III will validate material prior to beginning assembly, review work instructions, build product per specifications and within tolerances, complete all clean-up and housekeeping procedures, comply with all quality, safety and work rules and regulations including wearing all appropriate PPE. Additionally, the Assembler III will frequently train other employees and participate in continuous improvement programs along with problem solving production related concerns.

Requirements

Ability to perform highly repetitive assembly tasks in a manufacturing environment.
High school diploma or equivalent and/or 1 year of complex assembly or related experience
Internal: Demonstrated Assembler II competency
High school diploma or equivalent
2 years of complex assembly or related experience
Internal: Demonstrated Assembler III competency & High school diploma or equivalent
Detail oriented and organized.
Ability to effectively communicate in a team environment.
Accepts responsibility for own actions, follows through on commitments.
Ability to understand and execute basic standard assembly procedures, interpret basic visual diagrams, and use basic hand tools.
Ability to perform basic reading, writing, and math functions.
Contributes to identifying problems and implementing appropriate countermeasures.
Ability to understand and execute basic standard procedures, interpret basic visual diagrams, and use advanced tooling.
Ability to perform more complex assembly skills.
Intermediate computer knowledge (such as using electronic work instructions)
Understands principles of basic machine operations.
Consistently follows through on team commitments, communicates, and demonstrates accountability.
Ability to understand and execute advanced standard procedures, interpret basic visual diagrams, and use advanced tooling.
Ability to problem solve with minimal guidance.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent
Manufacturing experience, including knowledge of manufacturing processes or related experience
Experience using SAP or equivalent ERP system
Experience in root cause problem solving (5 Why, 8D, PDCA, etc.)
Experience effectively training other employees to work instructions/standard work.
Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP system (Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics)

Responsibilities

Uses work instructions drawings, schematics, electronic assembly equipment to perform assembly while complying with safe and effective operation standards of all equipment and tools.
Resolves problems with assistance from peers or supervisor depending on the level and complexity.
Uses initiative and judgment to lead problem solving and implementing appropriate countermeasures.
Cross trains in multiple assembly areas and flex to other similar departments based on business necessity.
Provide training frequently to new employees and current employees learning new work areas on work instructions/standard work.
Develop and maintain an understanding of the products they assemble and how it impacts the business.
Continuous learning of the principles, practices, and processes of their job as changes require and similar jobs.
Suggest and implement improvements of existing equipment, designs, and/or processes to improve safety, quality, delivery and productivity.
Follow established procedures, processes, or policies.
Demonstrates good attendance, quality, attention to detail and all safety policies.
Participate in team meetings to exchange job related information.
Ability to access information needed within ERP system.
Contributes to improving processes, lead times, through-put and cost.
Proficiently access information and perform transactions as needed within ERP system.
Leading in team meets and exchange job related information
Solve problems independently within designated authority level