Material Handler II - Team Lead - 2nd Shift

Generac Power Systems•Richfield, WI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for all material handling needs, primarily picking warehoused parts and delivering them to assembly areas to ensure efficient production. The Material Handler will work closely with production lines to ensure full utilization of people, materials, and equipment to meet customer demand. The position requires achieving company standards for safety, quality, and productivity. The hours for this position are 2:30pm-10:30pm, Monday-Friday, with a pay rate of $21.85 per hour plus a $2.50 shift premium and a $1.50 lead premium.

Requirements

Ability to operate or learn to operate material handling equipment.
Ability to identify and resolve basic problems.
Ability to effectively work in a team environment.
Models positive and professional work ethics.
Effective communication skills.
1 year of material handling experience (for Material Handler II).
Ability to use advanced troubleshooting within the materials environment.
Ability to train other employees in established processes.
Problem solving skills and interfacing with other departments.
Strong communication skills.
2 years of material handling/warehouse experience (for Distribution Material Handler II).
Basic problem-solving knowledge.
Ability to perform basic reading, writing, and math functions.
Basic PC knowledge.
High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work at heights.
Acts under the direction and supervision of the Materials Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.

Responsibilities

Learn and follow established principles, practices, procedures, processes, and policies.
Operate a forklift or other equipment to transport materials within the facility.
Develop a good knowledge of the company for the full scope of the role and may be assigned to projects for career development.
Resolve problems with assistance from peers or supervisors depending on the level and complexity.
Communicate effectively with immediate supervisor and other members of the team.
Flex across different products and areas to support business needs.
Perform forklift daily inspections.
Accept responsibility for own actions, follow through on commitments.
Participate in team meetings and exchange job related information.
Demonstrate attention to detail, attendance, and quality.
Perform safe and effective operation of all equipment needed to perform job function.
Practice safe working habits, following safety guidelines to operation and support of company initiatives.
Know the basic functions of the ERP system.
May assist in training new employees or employees learning new work areas.
Actively understand and participate with the Drive to Zero program.
Efficiently use equipment to transport materials.
Resolve issues and recommend solutions to leadership team.
Participate in project teams and/or lead portions of continuous improvement projects.
Demonstrate working knowledge of the basic principles, practices and processes in the applicable discipline and has a working knowledge of related fields.
Resolve routine to moderately complex problems by applying established procedures and best practices.
Frequently interact with supervisors and team members and collaborate with cross-functional partners to complete assignments.
Contribute to improving processes, lead times, through-put, and cost.
Know all functions of at least one job or cross-trained in other materials areas.
Other duties as assigned.