Job Description

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: 6AM - 6PM, Saturday - Monday

Pay Rate: $20.60 per hour + $3.00 shift premium

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.

Material Handler I

• Operate a forklift or other equipment to transport materials within the facility

• Inspect the forklifts daily and follow defined procedures and practices

• Operate equipment safely and effectively

• Know the basic functions of the ERP system

Material Handler II

• All Material Handler I responsibilities

• Use best judgment to resolve issues or suggest solutions

• Join project teams and occasionally lead parts of projects

• Solve basic to moderately complex problems

Material Handler III

• All Material Handler I & II responsibilities

• Cross-train in different areas as needed

• Train new employees or employees transitioning from other areas

• Access information within the ERP system and perform transactions as needed

• Suggest and implement improvements to existing equipment and/or designs to improve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity

Qualifications: 

Material Handler I

• Can operate or learn to operate material handling equipment, including forklifts

• Can work in a team environment and communicate clearly

• Can identify and resolve basic problems

Material Handler II

• All Material Handler I requirements

• One to two years’experience in material handling

• Cross-trained in multiple operations

• Can train other employees on established processes

Material Handler III

• All Material Handler I & II requirements

• Two years’ experience in material handling and are forklift certified

Other skills

Material Handler I & II

• Can actively solve problems

• Display attention to detail and accuracy

Material Handler III

• Experience in root cause problem solving (5 Whys, 8D, PDCA, etc.)

• Can effectively train other employees on work instructions

• Experience using SAP or an equivalent ERP system (Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics 365)

Why working at Generac is a power move:

• Competitive benefits: health, dental, vision, 401(k), and many more

• Volunteer days: eight hours per year to give back to the community on company time

• Employee discounts: product loan and discount programs

Generac is committed to offering fair and equitable compensation. Final compensation for this role will be determined by your relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans

• Life insurance, long-term disability, flexible spending, and health savings accounts

• Accrued paid time off

• Paid holidays

• 401(k) retirement benefits

Physical Demands 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.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”