Job Description

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Mechanical Kitting Technician

oversees the process of assembling and organizing mechanical parts, tools, and materials into kits used in manufacturing, assembly, or maintenance operations. Their main role is to ensure that all necessary components are prepared and available for technicians or assembly teams to perform their tasks efficiently and without delays.

Key Responsibilities:

Kitting Process Management

Supervise the collection and packaging of mechanical components according to work orders, bills of materials (BOMs), or assembly instructions. Ensure kits are complete, accurate, and delivered on time to the appropriate departments.

Inventory Oversight

Monitor stock levels of parts and materials used in kits. Coordinate with procurement or warehouse teams to replenish items as needed. Identify shortages, obsolete items, or discrepancies and take corrective action.

Team Supervision

Lead and train a team of kitting technicians or material handlers. Assign tasks, monitor performance, and enforce safety and quality standards.

Quality Control

Verify that all components in a kit meet quality specifications. Implement checks to reduce errors, mis-picks, or missing items.

Workflow Coordination

Communicate with planning, engineering, and production departments to understand kitting requirements. Adjust priorities based on production schedules or urgent needs.

Documentation Reporting

Maintain accurate records of kitted items, inventory movements, and kit delivery. Generate reports related to kitting accuracy, efficiency, and performance.

Skills Qualifications:

Technical knowledge

of mechanical parts and assembly procedures.

Leadership and organizational skills

to manage people and processes.

Familiarity with ERP systems

(e.g., SAP, Oracle) and inventory management software.

Attention to detail

for quality assurance.

Experience in manufacturing or logistics

, typically 3+ years in a supervisory or lead role.

Qualifications

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