Materials Handler Lead: Forklift & Ops Excellence

Generac Power Systems; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems is seeking Material Handler I–III to operate material handling equipment and move materials within the facility. You will learn company processes, support cross-functional projects, and ensure safety and accurate workflow.

The role requires teamwork, problem solving, and adherence to procedures in a manufacturing setting. Different levels offer growth opportunities, cross-training, and participation in continuous improvement efforts.

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

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Generac Power Systems is seeking Material Handler I–III to operate material handling equipment and move materials within the facility. You will learn company processes, support cross-functional projects, and ensure safety and accurate workflow.

The role requires teamwork, problem solving, and adherence to procedures in a manufacturing setting. Different levels offer growth opportunities, cross-training, and participation in continuous improvement efforts.