Material Handler II

Generac•Jefferson, WI

7h•$22

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. Hours: 10am-6pm Monday-Friday Pay Rate: $21.60 per hour Job Summary: Material Handler will be responsible for all material handling needs, primarily picking warehoused parts, and delivering to assembly areas to ensure efficient production. Work closely with production lines to ensure full utilization of people, materials, and equipment to meet customer demand. The Material Handler will be required to achieve company standards for safety, quality, and productivity. This is a hybrid role that is critical in supporting materials flow through a combination of computer-based work, SAP transactions, and hands‑on activities. It is heavily focused on system work within SAP, including creating orders, preparing loads, performing transfers, troubleshooting issues, and supporting both inbound receiving and outbound operations. The role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to research and resolve problems within the system, and frequent communication through email and cross-functional collaboration. While a small portion of the job includes operating a forklift and assisting with material movement, the majority of responsibilities involve computer work, coordinating with OFC/FOC personnel, and ensuring accurate and efficient order processing. Cross‑training and continuous learning across operational functions are key components of this role.

Requirements

1-2 years of experience
Must be effectively cross trained in multiple operations.
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls.
The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.
On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders.
The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds.
Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Occasional travel.

Responsibilities

Follow established procedures, processes, or policies.
Operate a forklift or other equipment to transport materials within the facility.
Developing a good knowledge of the company and may be assigned to projects for career development.
Learning the principles, practices, and processes in the function or discipline.
Developing the business knowledge required for the full job.
May resolve problems with assistance from peers or supervisor depending on the level and complexity.
Follows defined procedures and practices.
Contacts are typically with immediate supervisor and other members of the team in the immediate organization.
Flex across different products and areas to support business needs.
Perform forklift daily inspections.
Accepts responsibility for own actions, follows through on commitments.
Participate in team meetings and exchange job related information.
Demonstrates 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 of new employees or employees learning new work areas to work instructions/standard work.
Actively understands and participates with the Drive to Zero program
Use judgment in resolving issues or recommending solutions.
May participate in project teams or lead portions of projects.
Has a thorough knowledge of the basic principles, practices and processes in the applicable discipline and has a working knowledge of related fields.
Provides resolutions from basic to moderately complex problems.
Exercises judgment within procedures and practices in selecting methods and techniques for arriving at solutions.
Contacts are typically with the supervisor and other members of the team or immediate organization but may be outside of this to complete the assignment.
May represent the team on projects and interface with business partners.
Impacts of errors normally have implications requiring additional resources.
Contributes to improving processes, lead times, through-put, and cost.