Kitting Specialist Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Kitting Specialist Lead

Job Description

The Kitting Specialist Lead serves as the Assembly Line Lead for a high-volume production environment, guiding a team of up to 20 assembly staff in building production orders that meet strict cost, quantity, bill of material, quality, and schedule requirements. This role focuses on coordinating daily and weekly workloads, driving continuous improvement in cost and efficiency, and ensuring that all production lines operate safely and effectively. The Kitting Specialist Lead partners closely with Assembly Operations leadership to enhance processes, foster a culture of teamwork, trust, and accountability, and maintain high standards of accuracy in kitting, inventory, and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise assembly line staff of up to 20 people to meet production requirements related to cost, quantity, bill of material, quality, and schedule.
• Align daily and weekly workload plans with Assembly Operations leadership to ensure production targets are met within budget.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing cost per unit by 510% annually.
• Train, onboard, and coach temporary labor to achieve required quality and productivity standards in alignment with the 30/60/90 day onboarding plan.
• Maintain a temporary labor productivity rate of approximately 95% of standard output through effective guidance and performance monitoring.
• Lead two or more production lines simultaneously while consistently meeting daily production quotas.
• Ensure on-time completion of production schedules with a goal of 98% schedule adherence.
• Demonstrate flexibility by supporting weekend and second-shift operations as needed to meet production demands.
• Adhere to operational procedures and promote a safe, organized warehouse environment.
• Conduct routine safety checks and ensure that corrective actions are identified and completed within 24 hours.
• Hold team members accountable for compliance with 5S principles, proper use of PPE, and established operational procedures.
• Interpret and execute production and work orders with 100% accuracy, ensuring all instructions are followed correctly.
• Identify and recommend improvements to production orders to enhance clarity, reduce errors, and improve overall efficiency.
• Work to reduce production-order-related delays or rework by approximately 5% through process improvements.
• Audit kits with a target of 98% accuracy, promptly resolving shortages or overages within 2448 hours.
• Complete production orders, enter receipts, and log labor data with zero critical errors to support accurate reporting.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation to ensure production traceability and support operational reporting.
• Obtain onsite certification for powered lift equipment within the required timeframe and operate equipment safely.
• Move pallets and materials safely with zero handling incidents, supporting efficient material flow to and from production lines.
• Support material flow improvements that reduce line downtime due to shortages or delays.
• Perform kitting, picking, order selection, packaging, and inventory-related tasks using RF scanners and other warehouse tools as needed.

Essential Skills

• In-depth, firsthand knowledge and experience with assembly operations in a fast-paced production or warehouse environment.
• Strong experience with desktop applications, including MS Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, MS Word, and MS Excel.
• Ability to interpret, understand, follow, and clearly communicate instructions to team members.
• Ability to work effectively both in a team setting and independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak clearly in English.
• Demonstrated capability to lead multiple production lines simultaneously while meeting quotas and schedule adherence targets.
• Commitment to safety, cleanliness, and compliance with operational procedures, including 5S and PPE requirements.
• High level of accuracy in interpreting work orders, auditing kits, and entering production, receipt, and labor data.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced warehouse environment and walking across multiple buildings to check inventory.
• Flexibility to work weekends and extended periods of time when needed to support production demands.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience using RF scanners for picking, kitting, and inventory tasks.
• Experience in kitting, order picking, production, assembly, packaging, and inventory management.
• Bi-lingual Spanish language skills are a plus but not required.
• Ability to obtain onsite certification for powered lift equipment within the required timeframe.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate documentation and support traceability.
• Experience contributing to continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction and efficiency gains.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing, family-owned organization that is passionate about learning and play, known for creating award-winning educational products and innovative experiences. The culture emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, offering an environment where ideas are valued and employees can make a meaningful impact. Recognized as a top workplace, the company supports work-life balance and provides opportunities to grow professionally while contributing to products that help children, families, and even pets learn and thrive.

Work Environment

This role is based in a fast-paced warehouse and production environment where teamwork, safety, and efficiency are central to daily operations. You will work primarily on-site, supporting multiple assembly lines and kitting activities, and will regularly walk across four buildings to check inventory and ensure material flow. The standard schedule is a 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. shift, with occasional Saturday work and extended hours when needed to meet production demands. The facility follows structured operational procedures, including 5S standards and the use of appropriate personal protective equipment. You will work with technologies such as RF scanners, powered lift equipment (with onsite certification), and enterprise systems including MS Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations and MS Office applications, in a clean, organized environment focused on safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

This is a Permanent position based out of Vernon Hills, IL.

The pay range for this position is $40000.00 - $44000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

401k health dental company website will be presented when interest is confirmed

This is a Permanent position based out of Vernon Hills, IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Vernon Hills,IL.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.