Kit Assembler

LaMotte Company; Chestertown (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

LaMotte Company in Chestertown, MD is seeking a Kit Assembler for the 1st shift. The role involves assembling test kits, following detailed instructions, and collaborating with the production team in a temperature-controlled indoor environment.

Responsibilities include packaging, lean activities participation, and using Pick Lists with Kinetic software. Lifting up to 30 pounds and working Monday–Friday mornings are required.

Qualifications

• Read, understand, and follow detailed instructions accurately.
• Able to transport up to 30 pounds.
• Experience with a glue gun and working closely with team members.

Responsibilities

• Assemble test kits and refill kits per written instructions and diagrams.
• Prepare test kit boxes by assembling/taping boxes and mailers; glue foam into cases.
• Assemble subassemblies used in test kits.
• Use Pick Lists to select materials for kits to be assembled.
• Enter Pick Lists in the computer using Kinetic software and basic Excel.
• Support other Production Department activities and lean initiatives (5S, kaizen, DMAICs).
• Rotate to other Production Departments as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Tools

Kinetic software

Excel

Job description

Qualifications

Must be able to read, understand, and follow detailed instructions accurately; transport up to 30 pounds; use a glue gun; and work in close proximity to team members when working in a cell.

Full Time

Chestertown, Chestertown, MD, US

Salary Range

$17.00 To $19.00 Hourly

Job Title: Kit Assembler

Department: Kit Assembly

Location: Chestertown, MD

Reports To: Operations Supervisor

Schedule And Hours

1st Shift, Monday through Friday, 7 am - 3:15 pm.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepares test kit boxes by assembling/taping cardboard boxes and mailers, or gluing foam into cases.
• Assembles test kits and refill kits as specified by written instructions and diagrams.
• Assembles subassemblies used in test kits.
• Use Pick Lists to pick material for kits to be assembled.
• Key in Pick Lists in the computer using Kinetic software and basic use of Excel spreadsheets.
• Assists in other Production Department activities as needed, including participating in lean manufacturing team activities, maintaining a clean and organized work area, and following company safety initiatives.
• Rotates to and works in other Production Departments as needed.
• Participate in all of the departments lean activities, including but not limited to: lean events, kaizen, 5-S program, DMAICs, etc.

Miscellaneous

• Complies with all Company policies (i.e. personnel, safety, etc.).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Environmental Factors/Physical/Mental Capabilities

Works indoors in temperature-controlled environment. Requires walking, standing, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, occasional use of a step stool, transporting up to 30 pounds and good dexterity.

LaMotte Company, a 100+ year-old global industry leader in developing and manufacturing premier water analysis solutions, operating in Newark, DE, Chestertown, MD and Warwick, UK. Our products are used around the world to accurately, quickly, and conveniently test water in a multitude of applications.

• LaMotte offers paid time off including vacation, sick leave and paid holidays. Full-Time employees, who regularly work at least 30 hours per week, are eligible for employer-provided insurance including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and supplemental insurance. Full-time employees are eligible to contribute to our 401(k) plan with employer match available.

LaMotte is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local laws.

1st Shift, Monday through Friday, 7 am - 3:15 pm.