WIP Kitting Technician – Lean Manufacturing & Inventory

Muncie Power Products; Fairmount (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life, disability and dependent ins.

401k matching 50%

3 weeks paid time off

9 paid holidays

Wellness & Engagement

Job summary

Muncie Power Products seeks a WIP Kitting Technician for the Fairmount, IN site. The role prepares and stages components for manufacturing, assembles kits from BOMs, and coordinates with inventory to prevent shortages. Safety-sensitive responsibilities include following all procedures and maintaining a clean workspace.

You will collaborate with production, planning, and warehouse teams, ensuring timely kits and accurate documentation while supporting lean manufacturing practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years in manufacturing, warehouse, or materials handling preferred.
• Experience with basic fabrication equipment is a plus.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, BOMs, and inventory controls.

Responsibilities

• Pull, organize, and stage components for work orders.
• Assemble kits based on BOMs with accuracy.
• Coordinate to resolve shortages and discrepancies with inventory.
• Label, package, and trace kits clearly.
• Transport kits to WIP staging areas and lines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitting area.
• Assist in cycle counts and inventory reconciliation.
• Communicate with production, planning, and warehouse teams.
• Identify material issues that could affect schedules.
• Follow safety, quality, and operational procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

ERP/Scanner use

Lean manufacturing/JIT

Forklift license

Team player

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic fabrication equipment

Inventory systems

BOMs

Job description

Muncie Power Products seeks a WIP Kitting Technician for the Fairmount, IN site. The role prepares and stages components for manufacturing, assembles kits from BOMs, and coordinates with inventory to prevent shortages. Safety-sensitive responsibilities include following all procedures and maintaining a clean workspace.

You will collaborate with production, planning, and warehouse teams, ensuring timely kits and accurate documentation while supporting lean manufacturing practices.