Sheet Metal Materials Kitting Technician

Baltimore Aircoil Company - USA; Milford (DE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore Aircoil Company - USA in Milford, DE seeks a Materials Operator to transport and stage sheet steel and related materials, aligning with takt times and production schedules.

You will read fabrication sheets, kit parts, and maintain precise inventory while coordinating with team leaders to minimize interruptions and support safe, efficient fabrication processes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ year in manufacturing, fabrication, warehousing, material handling, or similar industrial roles preferred.
• Experience with powered industrial equipment preferred; Lean manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read/interpret fabrication paperwork, cut plans, nesting layouts, and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate Hubtex Side Loader and Vacuum Assist Lift to transport, store, rotate, and deliver materials.
• Review production schedules; proactively stage and kit sheet steel and related materials to hit takt time goals.
• Receive, store, kit, and deliver materials to fabrication work centers with precision.
• Interpret fabrication sheets, cut plans, nesting drawings, and production schedules to execute kits correctly.
• Maintain inventory accuracy with transactions, cycle counts, and verification activities.
• Capture, identify, and record reusable scrap and drops to improve material utilization.
• Retrieve materials from storage and yard locations per schedule.
• Perform daily equipment inspections; report maintenance concerns promptly.
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures; support departmental performance targets.

Skills

Hubtex Side Loader

Material handling equipment

Lean manufacturing

Reading fabrication paperwork

Inventory control

Cycle counting

Measuring tools

Team communication

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hubtex Side Loader

Powered industrial equipment

Measuring tools

Inventory systems

Job description

Join us to keep fabrication movingBe the go-to expert who ensures the right steel is in the right place at the right time—safely, accurately, and efficiently.What you will doOperate Hubtex Side Loader and Vacuum Assist Lift to transport, store, rotate, and deliver materials.Review production schedules; proactively stage and kit sheet steel and related materials to hit takt time goals.Receive, store, kit, and deliver materials to fabrication work centers with precision.Interpret fabrication sheets, cut plans, nesting drawings, and production schedules to execute kits correctly.Maintain inventory accuracy with transactions, cycle counts, and verification activities.Capture, identify, and record reusable scrap and drops to improve material utilization.Retrieve materials from storage and yard locations per schedule.Perform daily equipment inspections; report maintenance concerns promptly.Troubleshoot when machinery performance drifts; identify issues and adjust.Resolve routine shortages and delivery issues to minimize production interruptions.Communicate clearly with Team Leaders, Station Leaders, Material Coordinators, Supervisors, and production employees.Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures; support departmental performance targets.Assist in training less experienced operators.Execute against standard processes and KPIs in BAC Excellence (BAC-X), including Global Assembly Standardization (GAS) Expectations.Perform other duties as assigned or requested by leadership.How you think and collaborateUnderstand internal customers—upstream and downstream stations—and the finished goods customer; appreciate how quality and on-time delivery impact their success.Use sound methods and interpersonal skills to inspire and motivate teammates.What you bringHigh School Diploma or GED preferred.1+ year in manufacturing, fabrication, warehousing, material handling, or similar industrial roles preferred.Experience with powered industrial equipment preferred; Lean manufacturing experience preferred.Proven ability to operate a Hubtex Side Loader and related material handling equipment safely.Knowledge of fabrication processes, material flow, and production support.Ability to read/interpret fabrication paperwork, cut plans, nesting layouts, and work instructions.Familiarity with inventory control, part numbering, material tracking, and inventory/production systems.Skill with measuring tools including tape measures and gauges.Strong organizational, analytical, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities.Flexible, self‑motivated, and responsive in a fast‑paced environment; able to understand and act on job schedules.Open to working any shift as needed to support business requirements.Competencies we valueBAC Cultural ValuesCustomer Focus – Personal ownership for internal and external customer satisfaction.Aligning People and Team Development – Develop, motivate, and guide teams to meet objectives and retain top talent.Leading Change – Seek innovative approaches to organizational challenges.Execution – Deliver results through problem solving, control, high standards, and measurable accountability.ProficienciesWarehouse experienceWorkplace Safety & EHS managementFabrication process experienceHubtex experienceManufacturing experienceMachine operator experienceWORKING CONDITIONS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk up to 50% of the time. Working conditions include those of a normal construction environment, as well as standard hazards associated with installed HVAC equipment and rotating equipment. This position requires occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.