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Material Handler II - 3rd Shift

Generac · Eagle, WI

Posted Aug 31, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you noticed an area was out of place or abnormal on the floor. What did you do about it?

real familiarity with 5S visual management, not just knowing the term

Describe a time you caught a mistake before it became a bigger problem, maybe a mispick, a mislabel, or a count that was off.

attention to detail and ownership of quality, which the posting stresses heavily

Tell me about a time you had to communicate a problem to your supervisor or team. How did you explain it?

clarity of verbal and written communication for a role with limited outside contact

Tell me about a time you had to work closely with a production line to keep materials flowing. What made that work or not work?

ability to coordinate with production and prioritize under demand pressure

What does good attendance mean to you, and how have you handled situations in past jobs where getting to work on time was hard?

reliability, since the posting explicitly calls out attendance expectations

Technical

Tell me about your experience operating a forklift. What types have you run, and how many hours would you say you have on one?

whether the candidate has real, sufficient forklift experience to meet the Material Handler II bar

Have you used an ERP system to enter, track, or transact materials before? Which one, and what did you use it for day to day?

actual hands-on ERP experience versus just having heard of one

How do you go about doing a daily forklift inspection, and what would make you take a forklift out of service?

knowledge of required daily equipment checks and safety judgment

Situational

Walk me through how you'd pick a part for an assembly line order and get it there on time without slowing production down.

understanding of the picking-to-delivery workflow and how it ties to keeping the line running

Suppose you get to an assembly area and the part you brought doesn't match what's on the order. What do you do next?

problem-solving instincts and whether they escalate appropriately versus guessing

What does working under general supervision mean to you, and how do you handle a shift when your lead isn't immediately available?

comfort with the described level of independence and judgment about when to act versus wait

This job runs 11pm to 7am. Tell me about your experience working overnight shifts and how you manage staying sharp and safe that late.

realistic fit with third shift demands, fatigue management, and honesty about attendance

Give me an example of a problem you couldn't solve on your own. Who did you go to, and how did you frame the issue for them?

whether they know their own limits and escalate constructively rather than guess or ignore issues

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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: 3rd Shift: 11pm - 7am Pay: 19.75/hour. + 11% shift premium The Material Handler 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. Requirements • High school diploma or equivalent preferred. “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.” “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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