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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.

We are seeking a Materials Process Analyst to join the team at our brand new manufacturing facility in Beaver Dam, WI!

The Materials Process Analyst is responsible for all internal processes and related systems (ERP) involving material flow. The scope includes inbound supplier material through outbound finished goods including all distribution centers and production facilities. The Materials Process Analyst is a key operations resource to help improve internal efficiencies (avoidance of line shortages), customer on time delivery, and inventory turns (inventory accuracy). This role is responsible for driving business solutions and practices utilizing Generac’s Operating Model to help manage material flow.

Success in this role is defined by documenting and implementing standard work processes and system usage that has significant continuous improvement in material handling, inventory accuracy, cycle counting, shipping and timely transactional reporting. This will be measured by ongoing improvements in delivery performance (internal and external), cycle count progress, cycle count accuracy, uninterrupted material movement for production lines and adherence to standard material control processes.

Essential Duties & Responsibiliti es:

• Ensures efficient and accurate materials presentation to support material flow;

• Provides processes and systems that optimize daily warehousing operations including staging, cycle count, and storage of materials;

• Ensures documentation and system usage for material flow within the Supply Chain from inbound supplier material through outbound shipments;

• Oversees inventory management processes and material control, accuracy, and established inventory guidelines and procedures;

• Partners with Quality, Purchasing and Production to develop effective and efficient solutions to customer quality and delivery issues and to achieve objectives and KPIs.

• Ensures high level of communication between planning, purchasing and production to ensure a high degree of customer satisfaction.

• Develops and implements standard process and strategies that enable production efficiency improvements.

• Develops and challenges resources to improve performance through systems utilization and process improvements.

• Supports material/inventory management best practices including Warehouse Management (Cycle Count Accuracy, Transactions, Bar Coding, RFID) and Fill Rate.

• Provides support and knowledge for materials staff development through education, training, coaching, mentoring and certifications in the execution of improvement priorities and the achievement of key performance indicators.

• Act as SAP Super User within functional areas as assigned.

Minimal Q ualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree OR 4 year related experience (preferably Business or Supply Chain);

• 5+ years’ experience in material control systems and processes;

• A solid track record for performance and progression within operations, business and supply chain;

Preferred Q ualifications:

• Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP.

• Certification/Technical Skills Preferred: CPIM, CSCP;

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Proficient experience with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook);

• Ability to provide a high level of attention to detail and accuracy;

• Problem solving and conflict resolution experience;

• Ability to read, write, understand and effectively communicate pertinent information and standard work;

• Knowledge of key warehouse & materials functions (i.e. Receiving, Material Flow, Inventory Management, Stock Transfer Orders, Replenishment Techniques);

• Demonstrated process improvement and systematic process improvement skills.

• Effective organization and planning skills;

• Ability to investigate and troubleshoot flow/process issues;

• Ability to work collaboratively with other people and departments.

• Demonstrated relentless drive and determination to achieve success;

• Demonstrated ability to influence senior management, teams and individuals across multiple cultures, disciplines and geographies.

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 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, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

Our success is directly tied to our employees’ professional growth and personal well-being, combined with strong families and communities. As an inclusive workplace, our employees embrace diversity, celebrate differences, and treat others with equality and respect.

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.

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.