Kitting

Job Title: Kitting Specialist

Job Description

The Kitting Specialist gathers, organizes, and prepares materials, components, and parts for shipment according to work orders and production schedules. This role maintains accurate inventory records, inspects materials for quality and specification compliance, assembles prepackaged kits, and collaborates closely with production teams to ensure the timely availability of kits and minimize production delays.

Responsibilities

• Gather, organize, and prepare materials, components, and parts required for shipment according to work orders and production schedules.

• Use a computer and written work instructions to kit parts per order specifications from the paint line onto pallets.

• Maintain accurate inventory records of materials and components, including tracking quantities, identifying shortages, and restocking as needed.

• Inspect materials and components for quality and compliance with specifications, reporting any issues or discrepancies to the appropriate personnel.

• Create prepackaged kits by accurately counting, packaging, labeling, and palletizing materials and components.

• Maintain detailed and accurate records of kit assembly, including documentation of quantities and kit contents.

• Handle materials safely and efficiently, including loading and unloading items in a warehouse and production environment.

• Collaborate with production teams to ensure required kits are available when needed, helping to minimize production delays.

• Follow all work instructions, safety guidelines, and quality standards while performing kitting, material handling, and related tasks.

• Identify and communicate opportunities for process improvements in kit assembly and material flow.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Ability to consistently lift up to 50 lbs throughout the shift.

• Flexibility to work 10-hour days for a 4–6 month period.

• Ability to follow detailed work instructions accurately.

• Basic computer skills to read and follow electronic work orders and instructions.

• Strong attention to detail for accurate counting, labeling, and documentation of materials and kits.

• Ability to stand on feet for the entire shift in a production and warehouse environment.

• Capability to inspect materials and components for quality and compliance with specifications.

• Reliability and strong work ethic in a fast-paced production setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in material handling, warehouse operations, or production environments.

• Background in loading, unloading, palletizing, and labeling materials.

• Comfort working around heat-treating equipment and machinery.

• Interest in learning new skills, with potential to move into welding roles.

• Willingness to support continuous improvement efforts in kitting and inventory processes.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a supportive environment that offers access to an onsite life coach, monthly profit-sharing opportunities, and clear pathways for career growth, including the ability to learn welding and advance from within the organization. The culture emphasizes development, internal promotion, and long-term success for dedicated team members.

Work Environment

This position is based in a production and warehouse setting that can be hot at times due to heat-treating processes and operating machinery. Team members stand on their feet throughout the shift and perform frequent lifting, loading, unloading, and palletizing of materials. The environment is fast-paced and safety-focused, with clear work instructions and established procedures guiding daily tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Delano, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $20.00/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 Delano,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 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.