Kitter, Marathon Equipment

ES Utilities CAS; Vernon (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability (short/long-term)

Paid time off

401k matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Discount programs

Job summary

Marathon Equipment in Vernon, AL seeks a Kitter Operator to organize kits based on load schedules and verify parts availability in the ERP system. You will read work orders, coordinate with Fab, and prepare production kits while maintaining safety and inventory accuracy.

Responsibilities include updating load schedules in Excel, prioritizing kits, and assisting with forklift operations. This role requires lifting up to 40 pounds and occasional overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of different production lines and Marathon equipment parts.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and understand written instructions.
• Ability to read lists and bills of materials and use PC-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Observe safety regulations and report unsafe conditions.
• Read work orders to determine kitting requirements and use ERP to check parts.
• Coordinate materials with Supervisor and Fab department.
• Monitor and update load schedule and label kits in Excel.
• Prioritize kits based on load schedules.
• Maintain forklift certifications and assist with heavy lifting as required.
• Perform preventive maintenance checks on forklifts and equipment.
• Complete maintenance checklists and submit requests when needed.
• Identify materials and parts required for production.
• Support production requirements, including potential overtime.
• Keep work area and equipment clean and organized.
• Prepare production kits containing raw materials and sub-assemblies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Kitting

ERP system usage

Parts availability checks

Reading work orders

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mainstar

JD Edwards

Outlook

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Title

Kitter Operating

Company

Marathon Equipment

Location

Vernon, AL

Reports to

Production Supervisor

Position Summary

This position is primarily responsible for organizing kitting based on load schedules and for determining parts availability based on information in ERP system.

Roles and Key Responsibilities

• Observes all safety regulations and reports any unsafe working conditions to Department Supervisor.


• Reads work orders to determine kitting requirements and extensive use of ERP system to determine parts availability and follows Department Supervisor’s direction to ascertain materials or parts to be moved with the use of forklifts.


• Determine when parts are needed and communicate requirements to Fab department.


• Monitor and update Excel-based load schedule with orders to be kitted and labeled.


• Prioritize kits based on load schedules.


• Maintain certification for forklift use or other certifications as required for specialized equipment (coordinate with supervisor and local HR resource).


• Manually load and unload parts up to 40 pounds, and assist employees with loading and unloading parts above 40 pounds and above to and from their designated locations.


• Performs preventative maintenance checks to all equipment prior to use, including forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.


• Completes maintenance checklists as required and submit maintenance requests to Maintenance Department when necessary.


• Identify materials and parts as required.


• Support of production requirements as necessary may require overtime coordinated through supervisor or management.


• Maintain work area and equipment clean and ordered.


• Prepare production kits as required or assigned.


• Kits may include but not limited to raw material, parts, sub-assemblies, purchased parts or combinations of those or other parts/material as listed on bills of materials (BOM’s) or special instructions provided by supervisor or management.


• Perform any other task as required to support operations and customer satisfaction provided it can be performed safely and without special training requirements.

Requirements

Knowledge: Requires knowledge and experience on different production lines for familiarity with different Marathon equipment models and the associated fabricated parts used on these models. Requires ability to understand general arithmetic; ability to write in an understandable manner; understand verbal or written instructions; ability to read and understand instructions, lists and billing materials; use PC based applications, including Mainstar, JD Edwards, Outlook, and Microsoft Office, knowledge normally acquired through high school or equivalent experience.

Mental: Requires normal attention with periods of high concentration intermittently to operate machinery approximately 50% of time.

Physical: Requires walking/standing approximately 30%, sitting approximately 50% and lifting up to 40 pounds approximately 20% of time; involves repetitive overhead work approximately 15% of time; involves repetitive stooping, forward bending and crouching approximately 10% of time.

Manual Dexterity: Requires use of hands, arms and feet for repetitive lifting; use of hands and arms to operate all manufacturing equipment, meters, chains hoists, automatic drills and general hand tools and to record written information.

Audible Demands: Requires ability to follow verbal instructions and to hear for safety purposes.

Visual: Requires the ability to visually observe essential functions for satisfactory job performance and safety; color and depth perception required.

Environmental: Exposure to plant environments with the presence of dust, fumes, noise, and fluctuating temperatures due to lack of climate control.

Why join us

We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values — Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship.

Check out this video! The Terex purpose Safety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm. Our top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued. We make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way. We are committed to helping team members reach their full potential. Through innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.

• competitive salaries


• health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx)


• life insurance


• accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)


• short-term and long-term disability


• extended leave options


• paid time off


• company holidays


• 401k matching


• employee stock purchase plan


• legal assistance


• wellness programs


• tuition reimbursement


• discount programs

About Terex

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders.

For more information, please visit www.terex.com.

Additional Information

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact.

We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.