Generator Tester - 2nd Shift

Generac•Beaver Dam, WI

About The Position

The Generator Tester performs system tests to meet production and quality standards, analyzes malfunctions, and makes repairs, adjustments, or alterations as required, or refers products for additional testing or repair. The role keeps records and confers with engineering, design, and quality assurance. Work follows established procedures and is supervised daily or weekly, with assignments covering a well-defined set of tasks. Problem-solving support may be provided by peers or a supervisor depending on the level and complexity of the work. Responsibilities also include safely maintaining equipment, buildings, and grounds; assisting with diagnosis and repair of complex equipment breakdowns; suggesting and implementing improvements to equipment and designs; and assisting with the design, fabrication, and welding of mechanical structures, guards, and special equipment. The tester attends training on maintenance techniques, operates equipment safely and effectively, supports project managers and engineers, and assists with rigging, lifting, and relocating complex, heavy machines and components. At Tester III level, the role additionally leads problem solving and countermeasures, helps train employees on work instructions and standard work, supports continuous improvement or new product introduction initiatives, works with Engineering to enhance test procedures, serves as a technical interface on product testing, quality, and process issues, and uses an ERP system to access information and perform transactions.

Requirements

Tester I: High school diploma or equivalent; 0–2 years of experience.
Tester II: High school diploma or equivalent, plus an associate degree or certification with 2–6 years of experience, or equivalent.
Tester III: High school diploma or equivalent, plus an associate degree or certification with 2–6 years of experience, or equivalent.
For Tester I and II: Ability to communicate effectively, identify problems, and contribute to implementing appropriate countermeasures.
For Tester I and II: Basic PC knowledge and basic knowledge of product testing and generator assembly.
For Tester I and II: Ability to perform basic reading, writing, and math functions and basic mechanical assembly skills.
For Tester I and II: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and model positive, professional work ethics.
For Tester III: Demonstrated experience in root-cause problem solving, such as 5 Why, 8D, or PDCA.
For Tester III: Demonstrated experience effectively training other employees on work instructions or standard work.
For Tester III: Previous experience using SAP or an equivalent ERP system, such as Oracle, JD Edwards, or Microsoft Dynamics.

Responsibilities

Perform system tests in conformance with production and quality standards.
Analyze malfunctions and perform repairs, adjustments, or alterations, or refer items for additional testing or repair.
Maintain test records and confer with engineering, design, and quality assurance.
Safely and proficiently perform maintenance activities on equipment, buildings, and grounds.
Assist in diagnosing and repairing complex equipment breakdowns.
Suggest and implement improvements to equipment and designs to improve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
Assist in designing, fabricating, and welding mechanical structures, guards, and special equipment.
Attend training to learn maintenance techniques for new and existing equipment.
Safely and effectively operate all equipment needed to perform the job.
Provide technical support to project managers and engineers on projects.
Assist with rigging, lifting, and relocating complex, heavy machines, equipment, and components.
Ensure appropriate preventative maintenance is in place for test equipment and suggest changes to PM schedules.
Use test procedures, test programs, and written instructions to test products and subassemblies.
At Tester III level, lead problem solving and implement appropriate countermeasures.
At Tester III level, train other employees on work instructions and standard work.
At Tester III level, participate in continuous improvement or new product introduction initiatives beyond product testing.
At Tester III level, work with Engineering to enhance test procedures and act as a technical interface on product testing, quality, and process issues.
At Tester III level, access information and perform transactions in an ERP system.
Perform other duties as assigned.