Production Kitting Specialist

Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc•Des Plaines, IL

7d•$21 - $23

About The Position

Kranze Technology Solutions (KTS), part of SPX Technologies’ Communication Technologies platform within the Detection & Measurement business segment, provides defense-focused infrared countermeasures systems, digital interoperability and networking, and program support for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command. Its services include hardware and software product development, systems integration, system test and evaluation support, modeling and simulation analysis, and other engineering services. The Production Kitting Specialist builds customer kits by pulling, organizing, and assembling large quantities of components. The position is primarily focused on kit assembly and inventory accuracy, with shipping and receiving activities providing support. The specialist also helps maintain an organized warehouse and supports inventory tracking, receiving, and shipment staging. The estimated hourly rate is $21–$23. KTS describes its work environment as casual and relaxed and is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

High school diploma.
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain the required security clearance.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize work effectively.
High attention to detail and ability to follow complex picking and kit-assembly requirements.
Dependability.
Ability to lift, move, and stack warehouse materials as needed.
Comfort working with large quantities of parts and repetitive, accuracy-driven tasks.

Nice To Haves

Military service preferred.
Excel experience is a plus.
Experience in kitting, materials handling, inventory control, or warehouse operations.
Familiarity with warehouse inventory systems and basic computer skills.
Forklift and/or scissor lift experience, or willingness to become certified.

Responsibilities

Build customer kits accurately by pulling parts according to kit requirements, packing lists, and bills of materials (BOMs).
Organize, box, move, stack, and stage completed kits for shipment or internal use.
Maintain inventory control through cycle counts and regular inventory audits.
Enter received inventory into the warehouse tracking system accurately and promptly.
Lead shipping and receiving activities, including managing and resolving receiving exceptions.
Compare packing lists with company purchase orders to verify delivery accuracy.
Inspect incoming inventory as needed to confirm products are complete and undamaged.
Troubleshoot shipping and receiving discrepancies and inventory issues.
Collect, break down, and properly dispose of cardboard and packaging materials.
Respond to inventory- or order-related email inquiries promptly and professionally.
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient warehouse.
Safely operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and scissor lifts, as required.