Inventory Clerk & Prep Assembler

Kitron; Windber (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee-Assistance Program (EAP)

Company-paid life insurance

Short and long term disability

401(k) with company match

9/80 work schedule

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Kitron, a global EMS leader, operates a U.S. facility in Windber, PA. This Inventory Clerk & Prep Assembler role supports parts prep, inventory management, and shipping processes on-site.

Responsibilities include verifying shipments, maintaining stock, and documenting movements. Requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and ability to work a 9/80 first shift schedule in the Windber facility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience using computers.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to organize work and follow procedures.
• Ability to concentrate on a task for periods of time.
• Ability to use packing supplies and basic tools.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to document and manage files.
• Ability to compare quantities and data quickly and accurately.
• Active listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Preps parts according to work instructions.
• Verifies shipments against records (manifests, invoices, orders).
• Requisitions and stores shipping materials to maintain inventory.
• Troubleshoots quantity discrepancies with manufacturing and inspection.
• Prepares and routes documents (work orders, bills of lading).
• Packages and labels materials for shipping; uses hand/power tools.
• Records shipment data for accounting and reporting.
• Receives and signs for incoming shipments; notes shortages/overages.

Skills

Computers

Oral & written communication

Organization & multitasking

Attention to detail

Packaging & shipping

Time management

Documentation & record-keeping

Attention to discrepancies

Active listening

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Barcode scanners & printers

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Kitron is a leading Scandinavian Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) company, delivering full range of services within the entire value chain of electronics production, including development and design, industrialization and manufacturing, as well as product upgrades and service/repairs. We operate in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Lithuania, Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, India, China, Malaysia, and the United States.

With about 3000 highly skilled employees, we manufacture and deliver anything from fully assembled electronic circuit boards to complete end products for customers globally.

If you're ready to explore limitless opportunities and help world-class customers succeed, become a part of our team.

Why work with us?

Kitron offers a positive, challenging, and inspiring working environment. All employees share our three fundamental corporate values: Commitment, Innovation, and Engagement.

As a part of our team, you will have the opportunity to continuously develop your skills in order to reach your full potential. A career with us means opportunities to grow in any direction, find new ways to innovate and develop your talents.

Workplace & culture

We believe the workplace should be an environment where everyone can contribute. Kitron Group operates in several countries around the world. Working with us means working internationally. As an employee, you have the opportunity to work with colleagues not only in different positions but from different cultures. It is our responsibility to create a secure and rewarding working environment for our employees on a long-term basis.

Values

COMMITMENT

At Kitron, we are committed to customers, suppliers, shareholders, colleagues, sustainability and the environment.

Position:Inventory Clerk & Prep Assembler

Location: Windber, PA

Job Id:263

# of Openings:2

Job Title: Inventory Clerk & Prep Assembler

Location: On-Site in Windber, PA

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About Us

For over 40 years, Kitron Group has been leading the way in manufacturing and assembly of electronics for daily use around the world. Our focus on the values of Commitment, Innovation, and Engagement has enabled us to become a leading global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company. Our U.S.-based facility, Kitron Technologies, is continuing to expand and add to our team.

Why Work for Us?

At Kitron, we have a team of highly-skilled and trained colleagues. Working for us means you get access to ongoing learning and development opportunities, as well as ourindustry-leadingbenefits offerings, such as:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee-Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Additional voluntary benefits

Hear from a Kitron Employee

Check out the link below to learn directly from one of Kitron's tenured employees about her experience working for the company.

Job Title: Inventory Clerk & Prep Assembler Location: On-Site in Windber, PA Shift: First-Shift (9/80 work schedule) Must be authorized to work in the U.S. About Us For over 40 years, Kitron Group has been leading the way in manufacturing and assembly of electronics for daily use around the world. Our focus on the values of Commitment, Innovation, and Engagement has enabled us to become a leading global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company. Our U.S.-based facility, Kitron Technologies, is continuing to expand and add to our team. Why Work for Us? At Kitron, we have a team of highly-skilled and trained colleagues. Working for us means you get access to ongoing learning and development opportunities, as well as ourindustry-leadingbenefits offerings, such as:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee-Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• 9/80 work schedule
• Additional voluntary benefits

Hear from a Kitron Employee Check out the link below to learn directly from one of Kitron's tenured employees about her experience working for the company. Hint: She talks directly to candidates near the end of the video! Click here or copy and paste into your browser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APZBCNRYpKg

About the Role ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/ FUNCTATIONS

1. Preps parts according to the Work Instructions.
2. Examines shipment contents and compare with records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy.
3. Requisitions and store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.
4. Troubleshoot quantity discrepancies with manufacturing and inspection personnel. Conducts daily inventory analysis to solve inventory problems
5. Prepares documents, such as work orders, bills of lading, or shipping orders, to route materials.
6. Packs, seals, labels, or affixes postage to prepare materials for shipping, using hand tools, power tools, or postage meter.
7. Records shipment data, such as weight, charges, space availability, damages, or discrepancies, for reporting, accounting, or record keeping purposes.
8. Receives and signs for all incoming shipments: opens incoming packages to verify item quantity, reports any shortages or overage and receives per stocking unit of measure
9. Delivers or route materials to departments using hand-truck, conveyor, or sorting bins.
10. Contacts carrier representatives to plan or to issue instructions for shipping and delivery of materials.
11. Notifies lead or supervisor of issues in a timely manner.
12. Determines shipping methods, routes, or rates for materials to be shipped.
13. Comply with requirements according to procedures in the quality system.
14. Follows 5S procedures.
15. Other job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/ KSA

• High School Diploma/GED
• Experience using computers
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written
• Ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules
• Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted
• Ability to use box sealing tape, scales, postage meters, shrink wrap packaging vacuum, box cutters, & hand trucks
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Knowledge of basic mathematics
• Ability to document and manage files
• Ability to compare similarities and differences quickly and accurately among sets of letters, numbers
• Ability to Actively Listen

PERFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with barcode scanners & printers
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel & Word
• Knowledge of algebra & geometry
• Skilled at critical thinking - sing logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong

WORKING CONDITIONS
Typical working conditions at Kitron are indoors, safe, well lit, temperature controlled, low exposure to noxious fumes or offensive odors, clean and sanitary conditions with average light industrial noise. Production areas have machinery with moving parts. Static dissipative smock, and shoes are required. Offices with locking doors, meeting rooms, and common printing areas are well lit, clean, low noise, and temperature controlled with no exposure to noxious fumes or offensive odors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stand
• Walk
• Sit
• Climb
• Stoop/Kneel
• Vision -- Near Far Color
• Dexterity -- Fingers Manual
• Lift/Carry without assistance
• Arm/Hand Steadiness

Pre-Employment Requirements
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screening. These screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and help us maintain a safe and secure workplace.

Statements
Kitron is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). EEO policies cover all employees and employment programs, management practices and decisions to include recruiting, hiring, promotions, transfers, training and career development, benefits, and separation. All employees and applicants for employment shall be given fair treatment and equal employment opportunity regardless of their race, color, religion, age (40 and over), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or other prohibited non-merit factors.
Kitron Technologies is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kitron will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 814-467-9779.
The employee must be able to perform the essential job duties/functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.