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Material Handler- 2nd Shift

Generac · Richfield, WI

Posted Sep 16, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you noticed a part or count was wrong before it caused a bigger problem. What did you do?

attention to detail and willingness to flag issues rather than let them slide

Tell me about a time you had to work closely with a team to keep something moving on a deadline. What was your part in it?

ability to function as part of a coordinated team, not just an individual contributor

Tell me about a time you had to explain a problem or a process to a coworker who didn't understand it. How did you approach that?

communication skills needed for coaching or team coordination, especially for higher-level candidates

Have you trained or coached anyone on the job before? What did that look like?

leadership readiness relevant to Material Handler III qualifications

Tell me about a time a supervisor gave you a task with unclear instructions. What did you do?

ability to work under general supervision and follow defined procedures without needing constant hand-holding

Technical

Walk me through how you'd pick and deliver parts to an assembly line to keep production from stalling. What steps do you take before the line even asks for it?

whether the candidate understands proactive material flow versus just reacting to requests

Have you operated a forklift before? Tell me about the kind and how often you used it.

actual hands-on equipment experience versus just having a license

Have you used an ERP system to enter or track materials? Which one, and what did you do in it day to day?

real system experience level, which maps to Material Handler II/III qualifications

What does 5S mean to you, and can you describe a time you used it to fix an area that looked off?

familiarity with the specific visual-control system this plant uses

Situational

Say you're mid-shift and two different assembly lines need parts at the same time, and you can only get to one first. How do you decide?

prioritization skills and understanding of production impact

If you noticed the same mistake happening on a metric board week after week, what would you do about it?

engagement with continuous improvement processes rather than passive reporting

This role runs a straight second shift with overtime into late evening and possible Saturdays. How do you think about that schedule for yourself?

honest read on attendance reliability and willingness to work the actual hours required

You're told to lift and move a container that's on the heavier side, close to 50 pounds, several times in a shift. How do you handle that kind of physical demand over a full shift?

realistic self-assessment of physical capability for the job's demands

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The full job description

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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? Hours: 2:30pm-10:30pm Monday-Friday Overtime: Extended hours until 11:30 PM or 12:30 AM + Saturdays Pay Rate: $20.85 per hour + $2.50 shift premium Job Summary: The Material Handler I will be responsible for all material handling needs, primarily picking warehouse parts and delivering them to assembly areas to ensure efficient production. Work closely with production lines to ensure full utilization of people, materials, and equipment to meet customer demand. The Material Handler will be required to achieve company standards for Safety, Quality, Continuous Improvement (CI), and Productivity. Material Handler I - Minimum Qualifications: • 0-2 years of experience • Follow and adhere to company policies  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy • Ability to effectively work in a team environment • Effective communication skills • Basic PC knowledge • Ability to identify and resolve basic problems • Ability to perform basic reading, writing, and math function • High school diploma or equivalent Material Handler II - Minimum qualifications: • 1-3 years' experience • High level of attention to detail and accuracy • Strong communication skills • Intermediate PC knowledge • Ability to identify and resolve intermediate problems • Ability to operate all forklift or other equipment to transport materials • Ability to enter/maintain/transact materials in company ERP program Material Handler III - Minimum qualifications: • 2 to 5 years' experience • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal • Ability to operate all forklift or other equipment to transport materials • Ability to learn and use problem solving tools in everyday work • Previous experience coaching and training other employees • Experience leading and forming teams Preferred Qualifications: • Previous experience and ability to operate a forklift or other equipment to transport materials • Ability to enter/maintain/transact materials in company ERP program Essential Duties: • Work under general supervision with well-defined tasks while following company procedures, processes, and policies. • Participates in metric boards measuring Safety, Quality, CI, and Productivity and work is reviewed for accuracy. • Complete and retain all required training • May resolve problems with assistance from peers or supervisors 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.  • Participate in 5S programs that are based on visual control to determine if an area is normal or abnormal.  If abnormal, fix the area immediately. • Complete forklift daily per procedure • Good attendance is expected per policy Level of Independence: Report to Materials Supervisor and will take direction from the Materials Leads. 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 25 - 50 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.”

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