Generator Tester - 2nd Shift

West Coast Energy Systems; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

West Coast Energy Systems in Wisconsin seeks a Tester on the 2nd shift to perform system tests, analyze malfunctions, and coordinate with engineering and QA to uphold quality standards. The role offers progression from Tester I to Tester III with increasing responsibilities and pay.

Requirements include a high school diploma; Tester II/III require an associate degree or certification with 2–6 years of experience. SAP/ERP familiarity is a plus. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required for Tester I.
• Associates Degree or certification with 2–6 years' experience for Tester II/III.
• Experience with product testing and generator assembly is a plus.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math functions.

Responsibilities

• Perform system tests to conform to production and quality standards.
• Analyze malfunctions and perform repairs, adjustments or referrals as needed.
• Keep thorough test records and coordinate with engineering and QA.
• Safely maintain and operate test equipment and related machinery.
• Provide technical support to project managers and engineers on tests.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem identification

Team collaboration

Basic reading/writing/math

Mechanical assembly basics

Root cause analysis

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or certification

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Basic PC literacy

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?

Hours:

2nd Shift Monday - Thursday 3:00pm - 1:30am

Pay:

Tester I - $23.25/hour + $2.50/hour shift premium = $25.75/hour

Tester II - $26.75/hour + $2.50/hour shift premium = $29.25/hour

Tester III - $29.25/hour + $2.50/hour shift premium = $31.75/hour

The Tester is expected to perform system tests conform to production and quality standards, analyze malfunction and perform repairs, adjustments or alterations as required, or refer for additional test/repair, ensure records are kept, confer with engineering, design and quality assurance.

Major Responsibilities:

• May resolve problems with assistance from peers or supervisor depending the level and complexity. Follows defined procedures and practices.
• Learning the principles, practices, and processes in the function or discipline. Developing the business knowledge required of the full job.
• Safely and proficiently perform maintenance related activities of equipment, buildings and grounds.
• Assists with Diagnose and repair complex equipment breakdowns.
• Suggest and implement improvements of existing equipment and/or designs to improve safety, quality, delivery and productivity.
• Assist in designing, fabricating, and welding of mechanical structures, guards and special equipment as required. Attend training to learn techniques for maintenance of new and existing equipment.
• Perform safe and effective operation of all equipment needed to perform job function
• Provides technical support to project managers and engineers on projects.
• Assists with rigging, lifting and relocating a variety of complex, heavy machines, equipment and components
• Work is supervised daily or weekly with assignments that encompass a well-defined set of tasks. Follows established procedures, processes, or policies.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Tester I
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • 0-2 years of experience
• Tester II
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Associates Degree, or Certification with 2-6 years' experience, or its equivalent.
• Tester III
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Associates Degree, or Certification with 2-6 years' experience, or its equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Tester I & II
  • Ability to effectively communicate
  • Contributes to identifying problems and implementing appropriate countermeasures.
  • Ability to identify problems
  • Basic PC knowledge
  • Basic knowledge of product testing and generator assembly.
  • Ability to perform basic reading, writing, and math functions.
  • Ability to perform basic mechanical assembly skills
  • Ability to effectively work in a team environment.
  • Models positive and professional work ethics.
  • Uses test procedures, test programs and written instructions to test product and / or subassemblies
  • Ability to effectively communicate
  • Contributes to identifying problems and implementing appropriate countermeasures.
• Tester III
  • Demonstrated experience in root cause problem solving (5 Why, 8D, PDCA, etc.)
  • Demonstrated experience effectively training other employees to work instructions/standard work
  • Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP system (Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics)

Other Duties as assigned and the following:

• Ensure proper preventative maintenance in place for test equipment; provide suggestions on changes to PM schedules
• Suggest and implement improvements to existing equipment and/or designs to improve safety, quality, delivery and productivity.
• Uses initiative and judgment to lead problem solving and implementing appropriate countermeasures.
• Work on assignments beyond product testing, participating in CI or NPI related initiatives.
• Work with Engineering to enhance test procedures.
• Act as a technical interface on product test, quality, and process issues with other areas.
• Proficiently access information and perform transactions as needed within ERP system.

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.