Kitting

Job Title: Kitting Associate Job Description

The Kitting Associate gathers, organizes, and prepares materials, components, and parts for shipment in alignment with work orders and production schedules. This role maintains accurate inventory records, inspects materials for quality and compliance, and assembles prepackaged kits by counting and packaging items precisely. The Kitting Associate documents kit assembly details, collaborates closely with production teams to ensure timely availability of kits, and identifies opportunities to improve kitting processes.

Responsibilities

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

• Use a computer and follow detailed 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 promptly.

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

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

• Perform picking, packaging, palletizing, loading, unloading, and general labor tasks as needed to support warehouse and production operations.

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

• Follow work instructions and safety guidelines while working around production machinery and heat-treating processes.

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

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule and perform 10-hour shifts for a 46 month period.

• Ability to consistently lift up to 50 lbs.

• Comfort working with computers to follow work instructions and process orders.

• Ability to accurately follow written and verbal work instructions.

• Strong attention to detail for inspection, counting, labeling, and documentation.

• Capability to perform physical tasks such as standing for extended periods, loading, unloading, and palletizing.

• Basic understanding of warehouse, production, and general labor practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a warehouse or production environment is beneficial.

• Familiarity with inspection processes and quality checks on materials and components.

• Experience with packaging, picking, labeling, palletizing, and loading operations.

• Comfort working near a paint line and other production equipment.

• Interest in learning new skills such as welding, with opportunities to move into that area.

• Ability to adapt to changing work priorities and production schedules.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a supportive environment that includes access to an onsite life coach and monthly profit sharing, reflecting a commitment to personal well-being and shared success. The organization strongly values internal growth, actively promoting from within and offering pathways to learn new skills, including opportunities to transition into welding roles. Team members can build a long-term career while developing professionally in a culture that encourages learning, advancement, and collaboration.

Work Environment

The role is based in a production and warehouse setting that can be hot at times due to heat-treating processes and operating machinery. Kitting Associates stand on their feet for most of the shift and perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs, loading and unloading materials, and palletizing parts from the paint line. Work is performed around active production equipment, requiring adherence to safety procedures and use of appropriate protective gear as provided. The environment is fast-paced and task-oriented, with clear work instructions and computer-based order specifications guiding daily activities.

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.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Delano,MN.

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.