Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Generac Power Systems, Inc.; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator across Operations I, II, and III in Wisconsin. The role focuses on reviewing work instructions, building products per specifications, maintaining quality, and adhering to safety and housekeeping rules, including PPE usage.

Specific levels I, II, and III differ by scope: I for basic operation, II for more complex duties and training, III for senior responsibilities. Minimum education is a high school diploma or GED with related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of relevant machinery experience for Operations I; 2–3 years for Operations II; 3+ years for Operations III.
• Detail oriented and organized; able to work in a team.
• Able to use hand tools with precision and follow safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Operate basic machinery independently at a defined rate with quality.
• Develop understanding of products and their impact on the business.
• Maintain clean work area and follow PPE and safety procedures.
• Safely handle materials and communicate hazards to leadership.
• Possibly train other employees and cross-train across stations.

Skills

Detail oriented

Team oriented

Effective communication

Hand tools

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Overhead hoists

Lift tables

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?

The Machine Operator – Operations I/II/III will 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.

Responsibilities

Machine Operator – Operations I

• Proficiently operate basic machinery independently at a defined rate with proper quality

• Develop and maintain an understanding of the products they assemble and how they impact the business.

• Continuous learning of the principles, practices, and processes of their job as changes require and similar jobs

• Safely handle materials utilizing proper lifting techniques, including overhead hoists/lift tables.

• Communicate hazards and/or equipment issues with leadership.

• Occasionally provide basic training to employees as needed

• Cross train in different areas within the department and flex to different stations as needed

Machine Operator – Operations II

• All Machine Operator I responsibilities

• Operate complex machinery independently (minimum of 50% stations) at defined rate with proper quality.

• Frequently provide training to employees on work instructions/standard work.

• Requirements

• High school Diploma or equivalent (GED). 2-3 years of experience operating relevant machinery or equivalent

• Detail oriented and organized.

• Work in a team environment in a professional manner

• Effectively communicate

• Utilize applicable hand tools with precision.

Education

• High school Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Work Experience

Machine Operator – Operations I

• 1 year of experience operating relevant machinery or equivalent

Machine Operator – Operations II

• 2-3 years of experience operating relevant machinery or equivalent

Machine Operator – Operations III

• 3+ years of experience operating relevant machinery or equivalent

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Detail oriented and organized.

• Work in a team environment in a professional manner

• Effectively communicate

• Utilize applicable hand tools with precision.

Machine Operator – Operations II

• Knowledge and understanding of intermediate machinery

“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.”