Assembler - 1st Shift

Generac; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac is hiring an Assembly I/II/III position in Beaver Dam, WI, onsite. You will perform basic to advanced assembly tasks, review work instructions, and ensure products meet specifications and safety standards. The role requires adherence to PPE, quality controls, and timely completion of duties.

Compensation includes hourly rates with opportunities for growth and exposure to ERP systems. Training and safety responsibilities are emphasized across assembly levels.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required for Assembly II/III.
• 1 year of complex assembly or related experience (Assembly II).
• 2 years of complex assembly or related experience (Assembly III).

Responsibilities

• Follow established procedures, processes, or policies.
• Resolves problems with assistance from peers or supervisor depending on level.
• Assemble components per work instructions and tolerances.

Skills

Repetitive assembly tasks

Attention to detail

ERP system experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

JD Edwards

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Location

Onsite — Beaver Dam, WI

Schedule

Monday–Thursday, 5:00 AM–3:30 PM

OT on Fridays

Pay Rates

• Assembler I: $20.75/hour
• Assembler II: $22.25/hour

JOB SUMMARY

The Assembler I is responsible for performing basic assembly work to manufacture products in a cost effective and timely manner while fulfilling quality standards. The Assembler I will validate material prior to beginning assembly, review work instructions, build product per specifications and within tolerances, complete all clean-up and housekeeping procedures, comply with all quality, safety and work rules and regulations including wearing all appropriate PPE.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

ASSEMBLY I

• Ability to perform highly repetitive assembly tasks in a manufacturing environment.

Assembly II

• High school diploma or equivalent and/or 1 year of complex assembly or related experience
• Internal: Demonstrated Assembler II competency

Assembly III

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of complex assembly or related experience
• Internal: Demonstrated Assembler III competency & High school diploma or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

ASSEMBLY I

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Manufacturing experience, including knowledge of manufacturing processes or related experience

Assembly II

• Experience using SAP or equivalent ERP system
• ASSEMBLY III
• Experience in root cause problem solving (5 Why, 8D, PDCA, etc.)
• Experience effectively training other employees to work instructions/standard work.
• Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP system (Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

ASSEMBLY I

• Follow established procedures, processes, or policies.
• Demonstrates good attendance, quality, attention to detail and all safety policies.
• Participate in team meetings to exchange job related information.

ASSEMBLY II

• Resolves problems with assistance from peers or supervisor depending on the level and complexity.
• Uses work instructions drawings, schematics, electronic assembly equipment to perform assembly while complying with safe and effective operation standards of all equipment and tools.
• Ability to access information needed within ERP system.

Contributes to improving processes, lead times, through-put and cost.

ASSEMBLY III

• Uses initiative and judgment to lead problem solving and implementing appropriate countermeasures.
• Cross trains in multiple assembly areas and flex to other similar departments based on business necessity.
• Provide training frequently to new employees and current employees learning new work areas on work
• instructions/standard work.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the products they assemble and how it impacts the business.
• Continuous learning of the principles, practices, and processes of their job as changes require and similar jobs.
• Proficiently access information and perform transactions as needed within ERP system.
• Leading in team meets and exchange job related information
• Solve problems independently within designated authority level

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.