Kitter

Job Title: Kitter Job Description

The Kitter plays a key role in supporting aerospace manufacturing operations by accurately verifying documentation and performing kitting tasks for production and shipping. This position involves handling materials, moving products safely using push carts or pallet jacks, and using a computer to validate inventory and update work orders in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Verify paperwork, work orders, and shipping instructions to ensure accuracy before processing materials.

• Perform kitting tasks by organizing, assembling, and preparing parts and materials according to work orders.

• Use a computer to validate product information, track inventory, and update work orders and shipping records.

• Pick, pack, and prepare boxes for shipment, ensuring items are correctly labeled and packaged.

• Support shipping and receiving activities, including loading and unloading materials as needed.

• Handle materials safely and efficiently using push carts or pallet jacks to move product within the facility.

• Assist with inventory tasks such as counting, tracking, and recording materials and finished goods.

• Follow established procedures and work instructions to maintain accuracy and consistency in all tasks.

• Communicate clearly with team members and other departments to coordinate material handling and kitting activities.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safe and efficient operations.

• Perform basic assembly tasks related to kitting and packaging when required.

Essential Skills

• Proficient computer skills, including the ability to use systems for inventory validation and work order updates.

• Ability to read and write in English to understand work orders, shipping instructions, and documentation.

• Prior material handling experience, preferably at least 2 years in a similar environment.

• Experience with packing boxes and preparing materials for shipment.

• Experience in shipping and receiving processes, including loading and unloading materials.

• Ability to safely operate push carts and pallet jacks for moving product.

• Basic inventory handling skills, including counting and tracking materials.

• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate kitting, documentation, and labeling.

• Effective communication skills to work collaboratively with team members.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions consistently and accurately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in an aerospace or manufacturing environment is an advantage.

• Background in assembly work related to kitting and packaging is beneficial.

• Comfort working in a fast-paced production and material handling setting.

• Ability to stand for extended periods during the shift.

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple work orders and material flows.

• Reliability and punctuality to support continuous production and shipping schedules.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers hands-on experience in a large aerospace manufacturing environment, providing valuable exposure to industry-standard material handling and kitting processes. You gain practical aerospace material handling experience and the chance to work with established systems and procedures that can strengthen your skills and support future career growth.

Work Environment

The role is based within a large aerospace manufacturing facility that operates in a structured, production-focused environment. You will work around industrial equipment and materials, frequently engaging in shipping, receiving, packing, loading, unloading, and assembly-related tasks. The position may require standing for the entire shift and regularly moving products using push carts or pallet jacks. Work is performed in a warehouse and production area where adherence to safety procedures and proper use of equipment is essential, and attire is typically practical and suitable for a manufacturing and material handling setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Middletown, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.16 - $20.16/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Middletown,CT.

Application Deadline

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

About Aerotek

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.