Panel Kitting Team Associate

Indicon LLC; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Indicon LLC is seeking a Panel Kitting Team Associate in Sterling Heights, MI to support panel shop operations. You will gather components from BOMs, assemble kits, and maintain accurate inventory to keep production moving. The role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and basic Excel skills in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include receiving parts, processing transactions, coordinating with shop leads, and ensuring stockroom cleanliness and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to read and follow Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lift, move, organize and package materials.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Review BOMs and gather components for production jobs.
• Assemble and stage material kits for the panel shop per schedules.
• Use inventory systems to locate parts and maintain accurate records.
• Process inventory transactions (add/remove/adjust quantities).
• Support shop leads with urgent production needs (missing/damaged/incorrect parts).
• Receive incoming materials and verify against PO and packing slips.
• Assist with shipping and receiving as needed.
• Maintain stockroom cleanliness and organization.
• Collaborate with production, shop leads, and materials management to ensure workflow.

Skills

Basic Excel

Read BOMs

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Inventory management

Tools

Inventory management systems

Job description

Location:

Sterling Heights, MI (6701 Center Drive; future relocation to Sterling Heights facility near 19 Mile & Mound anticipated)

Position Summary

Indicon LLC is seeking a motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented Panel Kitting Team Associate to support our panel shop operations. This role is essential to keeping production running efficiently by ensuring material kits are accurately prepared, inventory remains organized and accurate, and production teams have the materials they need to meet customer demands.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, basic Excel knowledge, strong organizational abilities, and a proactive mindset focused on supporting production and helping the shop maintain workflow.

Key Responsibilities

• Review Bills of Material (BOMs) and accurately gather components required for production jobs.
• Assemble and stage material kits for the panel shop according to production schedules and requirements.
• Utilize inventory management systems to locate parts and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Process inventory transactions by adding, removing, and adjusting material quantities as needed.
• Perform point-of-service runs to support shop leads and address production needs, including:
  • Missing parts
  • Damaged or broken parts
  • Incorrect materials
  • Urgent production requirements
• Receive incoming materials and verify accuracy against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Assist with shipping and receiving activities as needed.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and overall upkeep of the stockroom and kitting areas.
• Work closely with production personnel, shop leads, and materials management to ensure uninterrupted workflow.
• Follow all company safety procedures and standards.

Reporting Structure

This position reports directly to the Supply Chain Manager.

Work Location

• Current Location: 6701 Center Drive, Sterling Heights, MI
• Future Location: Sterling Heights facility near 19 Mile Road and Mound Road (anticipated relocation)
• Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
• Hands-on manufacturing and stockroom environment
• Fast-paced setting supporting active production operations
• Opportunities for overtime may be available based on workload and business needs

Qualifications

Required

• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attendance record
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to read and follow Bills of Material (BOMs)
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lift, move, organize, and package materials throughout the workday
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred

• Experience in materials handling, inventory control, warehouse operations, or stockroom environments
• Familiarity with inventory management systems
• Experience supporting manufacturing or production operations
• Shipping and receiving experience

Why Join Indicon LLC?

• Stable and growing organization
• Critical role supporting production success
• Team-oriented culture with strong collaboration
• Opportunity to develop inventory management, manufacturing support, and materials coordination skills
• Direct impact on ensuring production schedules and customer commitments are met