Kitter

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing; Caledonia (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and bonuses

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, employee-asss

401k with company match

4x10 hour shifts

Job summary

Precision Stainless, a Steel & O’Brien Manufacturing company, is seeking a Kitter to prepare and stage stainless-steel parts and materials for fabrication and assembly. You’ll support production by ensuring materials are accurate, clearly identified, and available to minimize downtime and improve workflow.

Responsibilities include delivering materials, staging at workstations, monitoring usage, and maintaining safe, well-organized material flow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver raw materials, components, and supplies to production lines according to production schedules.
• Stage materials at designated workstations to support uninterrupted production flow.
• Monitor material usage and notify inventory or supervision of shortages or replenishment needs.
• Remove completed parts, empty containers, and scrap from production areas as required.
• Maintain accurate material flow by following job travelers, kanban signals, or work instructions.
• Ensure materials are properly labeled, handled, and stored in accordance with company standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with 5S requirements.
• Follow all safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve material flow.
• Support production operators as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Why Join Us:

At Precision Stainless, a Steel & O’Brien Manufacturing company, we believe in training talent from within. You’ll gain valuable technical skills, work with advanced equipment, and be part of a supportive team that builds products with real-world impact. Join us and start your career in precision welding — no experience required, just motivation and a willingness to learn.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and bonuses
• Paid time off and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, employee assistance plan, company-paid life and disability
• 401k with company match
• 4x10 hour shifts

Salary Range: $18-$21/hr

Job Summary:

The Kitter is responsible for preparing, organizing, and staging kits of stainless-steel parts, components, and materials required to support fabrication, assembly, and production operations. This role supports production by ensuring materials are accurate, complete, clearly identified, and available when needed to minimize downtime and improve workflow. The Kitter works closely with production, planning, and inventory teams to support efficient and safe shop floor operations. Learn more at www.steelobrien.com.

Primary Functions:

• Deliver raw materials, components, and supplies to production lines according to production schedules
• Stage materials at designated workstations to support uninterrupted production flow
• Monitor material usage and notify inventory or supervision of shortages or replenishment needs
• Remove completed parts, empty containers, and scrap from production areas as required
• Maintain accurate material flow by following job travelers, kanban signals, or work instructions
• Ensure materials are properly labeled, handled, and stored in accordance with company standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with 5S requirements
• Follow all safety, quality, and environmental procedures
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve material flow
• Support production operators as needed

Primary Competencies:

• Understanding of material flow and manufacturing support processes
• Ability to read and follow job travelers, work instructions, and visual management systems
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced production environment
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards
• Dependable and consistent work habits

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Basic understanding of manufacturing safety practices

Culture

• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, ensuring clear and respectful communication across all levels of the organization.
• Actively drive change by encouraging and implementing cross-functional improvements that enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
• Respectfully listen to concerns and ideas brought to your attention.
• Respect confidentiality.
• Embody our values of Integrity, Trust, Creativity and Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence.

Working Conditions:

• Fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Safely navigating a manufacturing environment.
• Requires standing, walking, and lifting for extended periods.
• May involve exposure to noise and varying temperatures.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

Attendance Requirements

Attendance on a regular, consistent basis is mandatory.

Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation under the ADA or other state or federal law to perform the essential job functions as listed above, you may request an accommodation in the interview process.

Position Requirements

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift Days

Position Picker

Division Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Location Precision Stainless-MN

This position is currently accepting applications.