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Sr. Industrial Engineer

Generac
Whitewater, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026
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

  • 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

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