Material Handler — Forklift & Fast-Paced Manufacturing

Generac Power Systems Inc; Sussex (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems Inc. in Sussex, Wisconsin, is opening a new manufacturing facility and hiring a Material Handler on 1st shift (Mon-Thu, 5AM–3PM).

This full-time role supports production by picking warehouse parts and delivering them to assembly areas, ensuring efficient use of people, materials, and equipment. Positions range from I to III with increasing experience requirements, focusing on safety, quality, continuous improvement, and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0–2 years of experience; follow policies; attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team with effective communication and basic PC knowledge.
• Ability to identify and resolve basic problems; reading/writing/math.
• Preferred: forklift operation and ERP experience.

Responsibilities

• Pick warehouse parts and deliver to assembly areas to support production.
• Work with production lines to maximize utilization of people, materials, and equipment.
• Participate in 5S and follow procedures, processes, and policies.
• Complete forklift daily tasks and maintain safety and quality standards.
• Enter/maintain materials in the ERP system and communicate with team leads.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Effective communication

Problem solving

Basic PC knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

ERP system

Job description

Generac Power Systems Inc. in Sussex, Wisconsin, is opening a new manufacturing facility and hiring a Material Handler on 1st shift (Mon-Thu, 5AM–3PM).

This full-time role supports production by picking warehouse parts and delivering them to assembly areas, ensuring efficient use of people, materials, and equipment. Positions range from I to III with increasing experience requirements, focusing on safety, quality, continuous improvement, and strong teamwork.