Material Handler II - Team Lead (2nd Shift)

Generac•Richfield, WI

About The Position

The Material Handler II is responsible for material handling needs, primarily picking warehoused parts and delivering them to assembly areas to support efficient production. The role works closely with production lines to ensure effective use of people, materials, and equipment in meeting customer demand, while meeting company standards for safety, quality, and productivity. The position includes the responsibilities of a Material Handler I, such as following established procedures, operating material-handling equipment, communicating with the team, supporting different products and areas, and practicing safe work habits. At the Material Handler II level, the employee uses equipment efficiently, resolves issues and recommends solutions, contributes to improvement projects and process improvements, and applies working knowledge of materials practices and related fields. The role may train other employees and requires knowledge of at least one materials job or cross-training in other materials areas. The position works under the direction and supervision of the Materials Lead, Supervisor, or Manager. Hours are 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Pay is $21.85 per hour, plus a $2.50 shift premium and a $1.50 lead premium.

Requirements

At least 1 year of material handling experience for production material handlers.
At least 2 years of material handling or warehouse experience for distribution material handlers.
Ability to operate or learn to operate material-handling equipment.
Ability to use advanced troubleshooting in the materials environment.
Ability to train other employees in established processes.
Problem-solving skills and ability to interface with other departments.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and demonstrate positive, professional work ethics.
Ability to identify and resolve basic problems.
Ability to perform basic reading, writing, and math functions.
Basic PC knowledge.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work at heights.
Read and understand work instructions for distribution material handlers.

Nice To Haves

Basic problem-solving knowledge.

Responsibilities

Pick warehoused parts and deliver them to assembly areas to support efficient production.
Work with production lines to ensure full utilization of people, materials, and equipment to meet customer demand.
Follow established principles, practices, procedures, processes, and policies.
Operate material-handling equipment, such as forklifts, to transport materials within the facility.
Perform daily forklift inspections and operate equipment safely and effectively.
Flex across products and areas to support business needs.
Communicate with the immediate supervisor, teammates, and cross-functional partners.
Participate in team meetings and exchange job-related information.
Resolve routine to moderately complex problems using established procedures and best practices; recommend solutions to leadership.
Participate in project teams and lead portions of continuous-improvement projects.
Contribute to improvements in processes, lead times, throughput, and cost.
Know all functions of at least one job or be cross-trained in other materials areas.
Train new employees or employees learning new work areas.
Participate in the Drive to Zero program and follow safety guidelines and company initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.