Generator Tester

Generac Power Systems • Beaver Dam, WI

109d

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. The Tester I is expected to perform system tests conform to production and quality standards, analyze malfunction and perform repairs, adjustments or alterations as required, or refer for additional test/repair, ensure records are kept, confer with engineering, design and quality assurance.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years of experience for Tester I.
• Associates Degree, or Certification with 2-6 years' experience, or its equivalent for Tester II and III.
• Ability to effectively communicate.
• Contributes to identifying problems and implementing appropriate countermeasures.
• Ability to identify problems.
• Basic PC knowledge.
• Basic knowledge of product testing and generator assembly.
• Ability to perform basic reading, writing, and math functions.
• Ability to perform basic mechanical assembly skills.
• Ability to effectively work in a team environment.
• Models positive and professional work ethics.
• Uses test procedures, test programs and written instructions to test product and / or subassemblies.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience in root cause problem solving (5 Why, 8D, PDCA, etc.) for Tester III.
• Demonstrated experience effectively training other employees to work instructions/standard work for Tester III.
• Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP system (Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics) for Tester III.

Responsibilities

• May resolve problems with assistance from peers or supervisor depending the level and complexity.
• Follows defined procedures and practices.
• Learning the principles, practices, and processes in the function or discipline.
• Developing the business knowledge required of the full job.
• Safely and proficiently perform maintenance related activities of equipment, buildings and grounds.
• Assists with Diagnose and repair complex equipment breakdowns.
• Suggest and implement improvements of existing equipment and/or designs to improve safety, quality, delivery and productivity.
• Assist in designing, fabricating, and welding of mechanical structures, guards and special equipment as required.
• Attend training to learn techniques for maintenance of new and existing equipment.
• Perform safe and effective operation of all equipment needed to perform job function.
• Provides technical support to project managers and engineers on projects.
• Assists with rigging, lifting and relocating a variety of complex, heavy machines, equipment and components.
• Work is supervised daily or weekly with assignments that encompass a well-defined set of tasks.
• Follows established procedures, processes, or policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED