Kitting Operations Lead

ADP, Inc.; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

IMP currently seeks a Lead Kitter to oversee daily kitting operations in Lakeland, FL. The role provides on‑the‑spot support while coordinating priorities, training staff, resolving inventory discrepancies, and maintaining efficient workflow in a warehouse setting.

You will serve as the main liaison between Kitting, Assembly, and Purchasing to prevent delays and ensure quality and safety standards are upheld. Prior leadership experience and manufacturing exposure are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in kitting, inventory, warehouse, or assembly support.
• Prior leadership or team-lead experience preferred.
• Manufacturing experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Daily Workflow Coordination — Assign kitting tasks, monitor progress, and adjust priorities based on production schedule changes.
• Quality & Accuracy Oversight — Review kits for completeness, correct quantities, labeling, and documentation before release to Assembly.
• Training & Support — Train new kitters on IMP processes, BOM interpretation, labeling standards, and inventory systems.
• Inventory Issue Resolution — Identify shortages, incorrect part numbers, or damaged materials; coordinate with Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator to complete an incomplete kitting form so that it can be resolved quickly.
• Process Improvement — Recommend improvements to reduce errors, streamline kitting flow, and enhance organization.
• Communication Hub — Serve as the primary liaison between Assembly, Supervisors, and Purchasing regarding kit status and material needs.
• Area Organization — Maintain a clean, efficient, and clearly labeled kitting area; ensure team compliance with 5S standards.
• Hands‑On Kitting — Perform kitting tasks as needed to support team workload and meet deadlines.
• Leadership & Coordination — Ability to guide team members, prioritize tasks, and maintain workflow.
• Advanced Attention to Detail — Strong ability to catch mismatches, missing components, or documentation errors.
• BOM & Traveler Interpretation — Proficient in reading and interpreting BOMs, job travelers, and part labels.
• Problem Solving — Quickly identify and resolve inventory or documentation issues.
• Communication — Clear, professional communication with Assembly, Purchasing, and Supervisors.
• Computer & System Skills — Comfortable using IMP Portal, inventory software, barcode scanners, and digital documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

5S

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IMP Portal

Inventory software

Barcode scanners

Digital documentation

Job description

IMP currently seeks a Lead Kitter to oversee daily kitting operations in Lakeland, FL. The role provides on‑the‑spot support while coordinating priorities, training staff, resolving inventory discrepancies, and maintaining efficient workflow in a warehouse setting.

You will serve as the main liaison between Kitting, Assembly, and Purchasing to prevent delays and ensure quality and safety standards are upheld. Prior leadership experience and manufacturing exposure are preferred.