The Industrial Engineer III is responsible for ongoing process improvement initiatives that deliver excellence across entire value chain. The Mechanical/Industrial Engineer will utilize enterprise standards to lead process improvement initiatives by implementing policies, procedures and process documentation related to continuous improvement directives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Significant contributions to the implementation of Generac Fulfillment System (GFS) across Order-to-Cash process (Plan, Source, Make, Deliver & Service)
• Responsible for leading and coordinating the successful launch of New Product Introductions (NPI) within operations
• Lead and contribute to facility transformation, technology transfer and ongoing maintenance of mixed model lines or value streams
• Lead and ensure ongoing success of process improvement initiatives by implementing policies, procedures and process documentation
• Lead and implement demand driven principals and strategies that supports operational excellence and long-range plans. (Flexibility, Speed & Responsiveness)
• Lead and ensure product, material and information streams flow and are synchronized to produce maximum efficiencies and lowest cost of operation
• Leader in creation of innovative ideas to improve business results
• Deploy standard Generac tools, methodologies, standards, practices and processes
• Lead and implement objectives to include continuous improvement initiatives to achieve customer satisfaction and fulfillment needs
• Work closely with shop floor personnel to promote ongoing Continuous Improvement of manufacturing methods, systems and controls
• Responsibility for area layouts, process definition, and equipment justification, selection, and implementation

Minimal Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology;
• 5+ years related experience in the Engineering function within a similar working environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD, Solid Works and/or ProE)
• Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of lean principles and process improvements
• Diverse skills and experience leading projects
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally to achieve desired results
• Experience operating in high mix, low volume and high volume, low mix production environments
• Demonstrated skills in problem solving and conflict resolution
• Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment
• Project Management Certification

Great Reasons to work for Generac:

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
• Many employee activities
• Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
• Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
• We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
• Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day.
• Product loan and discount programs