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Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc
Production Kitting Specialist
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A Production Worker performs a variety of duties in a factory. Operates machinery, manages distribution and provides quality control inspection.
$40,091 / year median in Illinois
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Production Kitting Specialist Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc - 3.2 Des Plaines, IL Job Details Full-time $21 - $23 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Customer communication Full Job Description About Kranze Technology Solutions We are part of an SPX Technologies' Communication Technologies platform in the Detection & Measurement business segment. KTS is focused in the defense industry specializing in Infrared Countermeasures (IRCM) systems, digital interoperability and networking, and program support for the US Navy, US Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command. We provide hardware and software product development, systems integration, system test and evaluation support, modeling and simulation analysis, and other engineering services to support the Warfighter. Each team member has significant opportunities to solve a variety of complex technical challenges in small teams while working hand in hand with our defense customers. Responsibilities and Duties The Production Kitting Specialist is responsible for accurately and efficiently building customer kits by pulling, organizing, and assembling thousands of individual components into complete kits. This role plays a critical part in inventory accuracy, materials organization, and shipping/receiving support within the warehouse. Attention to detail, organization, and the ability to work with complex part lists are essential to success in this position. Accurately build customer kits by pulling large volumes of parts according to kit requirements, packing lists, and bills of materials (BOMs) Organize, box, move, stack, and stage completed kits for shipment or internal use Maintain strong inventory control through cycle counts and regular inventory audits Enter received inventory into the warehouse tracking system in a timely and accurate manner Lead shipping and receiving activities, including managing and resolving receiving exceptions Compare packing lists against company purchase orders to verify accuracy of deliveries Inspect incoming inventory as needed to ensure products are complete and free from damage Troubleshoot shipping and receiving discrepancies and inventory issues Collect, break down, and properly dispose of cardboard and packaging materials Respond to inventory- or order-related email inquiries in a timely and professional manner Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient warehouse environment Safely operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and scissor lifts (as required) This position is kit-focused , not dock-focused. Shipping and receiving tasks are supportive, but kit assembly and inventory accuracy are the core functions of the role.