Generator Tester - Weekend Shift

Generac Power Systems; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking Testers I–III to support production testing and quality assurance. The role covers performing system tests, analyzing malfunctions, repairing or escalating as needed, and maintaining accurate records.

You will work with engineering and quality teams, assist with design and fabrication of mechanical components, and participate in training to learn new test procedures while following safety and process standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree or certification with 2–6 years' experience for Tester II/III.
• Effective communication and problem solving.
• Basic PC knowledge and reading/writing/math.
• Basic mechanical assembly skills.
• Teamwork and safety-oriented mindset.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics).

Responsibilities

• Perform system tests conforming to production and quality standards.
• Analyze malfunctions and perform repairs or refer for additional test/repair.
• Maintain records and confer with engineering, design and quality assurance.
• Assist with diagnosis and repair of complex equipment breakdowns.
• Assist with rigging, lifting and relocating heavy machines.
• Provide technical support to project managers and engineers on projects.
• Assist with designing, fabricating, and welding of mechanical structures, guards and special equipment.
• Attend training to learn techniques for maintenance of new and existing equipment.
• Ensure proper preventative maintenance in place for test equipment; provide suggestions on PM changes.
• Follow procedures and practices to improve safety, quality, delivery and productivity.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Basic PC knowledge

Reading, writing, math

Mechanical assembly

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree or Certification

Tools

SAP

Oracle

JD Edwards

Microsoft Dynamics

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:Weekend Shift Friday - Sunday 5AM - 5PMPay:Tester I - $23.25/hour + $3.00/hr shift premium = $26.25/hrTester II - $26.75/hour + $3.00/hr shift premium = $29.75/hrTester III - $29.25/hour + $3.00/hr shift premium = $32.25/hrThe 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 functionProvides technical support to project managers and engineers on projects.Assists with rigging, lifting and relocating a variety of complex, heavy machines, equipment and componentsWork 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 IHigh School diploma or equivalent0-2 years of experienceTester IIHigh School diploma or equivalentAssociates Degree, or Certification with 2-6 years' experience, or its equivalent.Tester IIIHigh School diploma or equivalentAssociates Degree, or Certification with 2-6 years' experience, or its equivalent.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Tester I & IIAbility to effectively communicateContributes to identifying problems and implementing appropriate countermeasures.Ability to identify problemsBasic PC knowledgeBasic knowledge of product testing and generator assembly.Ability to perform basic reading, writing, and math functions.Ability to perform basic mechanical assembly skillsAbility 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 subassembliesAbility to effectively communicateContributes to identifying problems and implementing appropriate countermeasures.Tester IIIDemonstrated experience in root cause problem solving (5 Why, 8D, PDCA, etc.)Demonstrated experience effectively training other employees to work instructions/standard workPrevious 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 schedulesSuggest 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.”