Machine Tech II

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac's history, we've been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

Hours: 5:00am-5:00pm Saturday-Monday Pay Rate: $26.35/hour + $3.00/hour Shift Premium = $29.35/hour

The Machine Technician is responsible for operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining computer-controlled systems and robotic devices to manufacture products in a cost effective and timely manner, while fulfilling quality standards. The Machine Tech will complete all clean-up and housekeeping procedures, comply with all safety, quality and work rules and regulations including wearing all appropriate PPE.

Key Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain and run computer-controlled systems and robotic devices.

• Cross train in multiple controlled systems and robotic devices and flex to other similar departments based on business necessity. Provide training frequently to new employees and current employees learning new work areas on work instructions/standard work.

• Develop and maintain an understanding of the automated equipment they use and how it impacts the business. Continuous learning of the principles, practices, and processes of their job as changes require.

• Routine diagnostic checks on automated systems via TPM schedule.

• Resolve problems with assistance from peers or supervisors depending on the level and complexity.

• Follow established standard work procedures, processes, and policies.

• Demonstrate good attendance, quality, attention to detail and all safety policies.

• Participate in team meetings to exchange job related information.

• Follow proper start-up, shut down, and change over procedures.

• Proficiently access information and perform transactions as needed within ERP system.

• Coordinate material flow process without interruption to lines, including Kanban visual management systems.

• Ability to work independently.

• TPM – Total Preventative Maintenance

• Troubleshoot issues and determine if problems are mechanical, electrical or from computer system controlling process. Once diagnosed, must repair, or replace necessary components with assistance from peers or supervisor depending on the level of complexity on non-high voltage electrical troubleshooting.

• Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement, including safety, product flow, lead times, through-put, and cost.

• Suggest and implement improvements of existing equipment, designs, and/or processes to improve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.

Requirements

• Generac internal certification, equivalent internal work experience, or external certification.

• Demonstrated experience effectively training other employees to work instructions/standard work.

• Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP system (Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics).

• Demonstrated experience in root cause problem solving (5 Why, 8D, PDCA, etc)

• The ability to understand control plans, execute reaction plans, and troubleshoot guides and flow diagrams.

• The ability to read and understand Engineering prints, equipment schematics and drawings. 

Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

"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."