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.

*The formal title for this position is Quality Engineering Specialist III

Job Summary : The Senior Quality Engineer works with suppliers and personnel to improve quality systems and performance. This position is responsible for ensuring that suppliers meet quality expectations and for planning, coordinating, and executing the incoming inspection, quarantine and disposition of product. The Senior Quality Specialist collaborates with cross-functional teams to keep product flowing successfully.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement and maintain compliance procedures and systems for applicable product types.

• Specifies precise new and existing productcompliance requirements

• Assures compliance requirements are defined in formal documentation – Product Requirements Specifications, Bills of Material, Compliance Procedures, Engineering Design/Material. Specifications and similar documentation

• Collaborates with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers and product specialists to optimizeproduct compliance status throughout the product life cycle.

• Maintains oversight of related regulatory landscape for newly developing and/or revised standards

• Engages with appropriate industry and regulatory organizations/associationsrepresenting Generac Power Systems

• Acts as a resource, mentor and subject matter expert

• Travel to other Generac facilities as necessary.

• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment utilizing APQP (Control Plan & PFMEA)

• 5 years of experience working in Quality Assurance in a plant or supplier quality role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

• Certified Quality Engineer or Technician

• Certified Six Sigma Green Belt

• Certified Quality Auditor

• Previous Experience using SAP or equivalent ERP

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills;

• Effective verbal and written communication skills;

• Demonstrated knowledge of the application and interpretation of manufacturing/quality metrics;

• Knowledge of Lean principals & Continuous Improvement Strategies

• Demonstrated ability to lead collaborative work teams to drive improvement in a face paced environment;

Great Reasons to work for Generac:

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more

• Walking trails, café, free parking and 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

• Eligible for summer hours! (Memorial Day – Labor Day)

• 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

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.