Material Handler - 1st Shift

Generac Power Systems•Richfield, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? The Material Handler will be responsible for all material handling needs, primarily picking warehouse parts and delivering them 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, Continuous Improvement (CI), and Productivity. As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.

Requirements

Follow and adhere to company policies
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to effectively work in a team environment
Effective communication skills
Basic PC knowledge
Ability to identify and resolve basic problems
Ability to perform basic reading, writing, and math function
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to learn and use problem solving tools in everyday work
Previous experience coaching and training other employees
Experience leading and forming teams

Nice To Haves

Previous experience and ability to operate a forklift or other equipment to transport materials
Ability to enter/maintain/transact materials in company ERP program

Responsibilities

Picking warehouse parts and delivering them 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.
Achieve company standards for Safety, Quality, Continuous Improvement (CI), and Productivity.
Work under general supervision with well-defined tasks while following company procedures, processes, and policies.
Participates in metric boards measuring Safety, Quality, CI, and Productivity and work is reviewed for accuracy.
Complete and retain all required training.
May resolve problems with assistance from peers or supervisors 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.
Participate in 5S programs that are based on visual control to determine if an area is normal or abnormal. If abnormal, fix the area immediately.
Complete forklift daily per procedure.
Good attendance is expected per policy.