Kitting Associate

States Manufacturing Corporation; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,030,720; Full time

Job summary

States Manufacturing Corporation is seeking a reliable Kitting Associate to support production lines by ensuring workstations are supplied with materials, tools, and components to minimize downtime.

You will pick components, assemble and package, verify quality, and manage inventory in the warehouse using a Warehouse Management System and scanners.

The role requires high attention to detail, physical stamina to lift up to 25 lbs, and strong teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must verify part numbers and quantities accurately.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for long shifts.
• Familiarity with scanning devices or computer terminals.
• Strong teamwork to meet daily production quotas.

Responsibilities

• Picking components from warehouse shelves based on orders.
• Assembling and packaging into designated bins for transit staging.
• Quality verification to ensure kits are complete and meet specs.
• Inventory management and updating WMS; restocking as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Basic computer/scanner literacy

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Scanner devices

Job description

Description

The Kitting associate supports the production lines by ensuring workstations are continuously supplied with materials, tools, and components to minimize downtime and maintain efficient workflow.

Key Responsibilities

• Picking Components: Locating and pulling individual parts, materials, or products from warehouse shelves based on a customer order.
• Assembly & Packaging: Grouping the components together, placing them into designated bins or boxes, and preparing them for transit staging into a designated area.
• Quality Verification: Ensuring that kits are complete, accurate, and meet customer or production line specifications.
• Inventory Management: Updating Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), maintaining an organized staging area, and restocking component inventory as needed.

Key Skills & Requirements

• High Attention to Detail: Essential for verifying part numbers, ensuring correct quantities, and avoiding picking errors.
• Physical Stamina: The ability to stand/walk for long shifts, and frequently bend, reach, and for lift packages (up to 25 pounds).
• Basic Computer/Scanner Literacy: Familiarity with scanning devices or computer terminals to track inventory and kit assemblies.
• Teamwork: Coordinating with inventory managers, supervisors, and other fulfillment associates to meet daily production quotas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Forklift certification is a plus.