Lead Material Handler - Production & Logistics

Generac Power Systems; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems in Janesville, WI, is seeking a Material Handler to support production through picking and moving parts, using a forklift, and delivering to assembly areas. The role ensures efficient use of people, materials, and equipment to meet customer demand while upholding safety, quality, and productivity standards.

The position covers Material Handler I–III with responsibilities ranging from following procedures to cross-training and ERP interactions.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate or learn to operate material handling equipment.
• Ability to identify and resolve basic problems.
• Ability to effectively work in a team environment.
• Models positive and professional work ethics.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow established procedures, processes, or policies.
• Operate a forklift or other equipment to transport materials within the facility.
• Developing a good knowledge of the company and may be assigned to projects for career development.
• Learning the principles, practices, and processes in the function or discipline.
• Developing the business knowledge required for the full job.
• May resolve problems with assistance from peers or supervisor depending on the level and complexity.
• Follows defined procedures and practices.
• Contacts are typically with immediate supervisor and other members of the team in the immediate organization.
• Flex across different products and areas to support business needs.
• Perform forklift daily inspections.
• Accepts responsibility for own actions, follows through on commitments.
• Participate in team meetings and exchange job related information.
• Demonstrates attention to detail, attendance, and quality.
• Perform safe and effective operation of all equipment needed to perform job function.
• Practice safe working habits, following safety guidelines to operation and support of company initiatives.
• Know the basic functions of the ERP system.
• May assist in training of new employees or employees learning new work areas to work instructions/standard work.
• Actively understands and participates with the Drive to Zero program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

ERP system

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Generac Power Systems in Janesville, WI, is seeking a Material Handler to support production through picking and moving parts, using a forklift, and delivering to assembly areas. The role ensures efficient use of people, materials, and equipment to meet customer demand while upholding safety, quality, and productivity standards.

The position covers Material Handler I–III with responsibilities ranging from following procedures to cross-training and ERP interactions.