Assembler - 2nd shift

generac; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 66,703,000 - 70,754,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems in Wisconsin is seeking assemblers for the 2nd shift to join our production team. You will follow work instructions, validate materials, and assemble products to spec while upholding safety and quality standards.

Roles ASSEMBLY I–III involve repetitive tasks with room to grow, training others, and contributing to process improvements. We offer competitive hourly pay including shift premium and a strong commitment to equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• ASSEMBLY I: ability to perform highly repetitive assembly tasks.
• ASSEMBLY II: high school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of complex assembly or related experience.
• ASSEMBLY III: high school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of complex assembly or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Use work instructions, drawings and schematics to assemble products to specifications and safety standards.
• Resolve problems with peers or supervisor depending on level of complexity.
• Suggest and implement improvements to equipment, designs and processes for safety, quality and productivity.
• Cross-train in multiple assembly areas and flex to other departments as needed.
• Provide training to new and current employees on work instructions and standard work.
• Develop understanding of products and how they impact the business.
• Pursue continuous learning as processes change.

Skills

Repetitive assembly

Quality adherence

Safety compliance

Training others

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

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?

2nd shift: Monday - Thursday 3:00 PM - 1:30AM

Pay Rate:

• Assembler I: $20.75/hour + $2.50/hour shift premium = $23.25/hour
• Assembler II: $22.25/hour + $2.50/hour shift premium = $24.75/hour

JOB SUMMARY:

Assembler is responsible for performing assembly work to manufacture products in a cost effective and timely manner while fulfilling quality standards. The Assembler I/II/III 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.
• ASSEMBLY III: High school diploma or equivalent. 2 years of complex assembly or related experience.

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:

• Uses work instructions drawings, schematics, electronic assembly equipment to perform assembly while complying with safe and effective operation standards of all equipment and tools.
• Resolves problems with assistance from peers or supervisor depending on the level and complexity.
• ASSSEMBLY II/III Suggest and implement improvements of existing equipment, designs, and/or processes to improve safety, quality, delivery and productivity.
• 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.

"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."