Kitting Clerk

Kitting Clerk

The Kitting Clerk performs advanced kitting operations, including complex kit assembly, shortage management, auditing, and inventory control. Acts as a subject-matter expert and leads process improvements, provides coaching to Level 1 and 2 clerks, and ensures all kitting operations meet high standards of accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with ESD and quality requirements.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Advanced Kitting Physical Tasks
• Accurately pull and assemble complex kits according to customer, Manufacturing, and Warehouse requirements.
• Conduct detailed audits on work orders and kits, including high-value or critical components.
• Lead the backfilling of material shortages and coordinate with Warehouse and Planning teams to prevent delays.
• Move and stage material efficiently using carts, pallet jacks, forklifts, and other warehouse equipment.
• Troubleshoot physical kitting challenges and provide solutions to improve flow.

• Advanced Kitting Administrative Tasks
• Perform cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure all raw material storage, labeling, and traceability meet company and customer standards.
• Maintain documentation for audits, inventory, and compliance purposes.
• Optimize kitting and inventory processes to increase accuracy and efficiency.
• Review and update SOPs and work instructions as needed.

• Team Leadership & Support
• Mentor and coach Level 1 and 2 Kitting Clerks.
• Lead cross-training initiatives within the kitting and inventory team.
• Share best practices and provide guidance on troubleshooting and process improvements.
• Monitor team performance, attendance, and adherence to SOPs.

• Process Improvement & Compliance
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reduction, and efficiency gains.
• Assist with ISO 9001 audits, internal audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with ESD, quality, safety, and company policies.
• Escalate critical issues to supervisor and collaborate on resolution.

• Other Duties
• Assist with shipping, receiving, and inventory reconciliation as requested.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Supervisor or Warehouse Lead.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 35 years of experience in kitting, material handling, or inventory management in an EMS or manufacturing environment.
• Advanced proficiency in MIS/MRP/ERP systems (Oracle preferred), barcode scanning, and inventory management software.
• Experience operating carts, pallet jacks, forklifts, and other warehouse equipment safely.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ESD requirements, labeling, and inventory traceability.