Kit/Pack Operator I

Position Overview

The Kit/Pack Operator I is responsible for identifying and locating specific component parts, preparing products for shipment, and delivering materials/products to their designated locations.

Essential Job Functions

The job duties listed below are the fundamental responsibilities of this position. Failure to perform any one of these duties would substantially alter the nature of the position.

• Uses jib cranes, related lifting devices, forklifts, or other material handling equipment to transport materials and products into and out of work areas as required
• Packages, bands, and shrink-wraps products or loads
• Enters job data into the production tracking system
• Inspects material handling equipment and lifting devices
• Processes material transactions using barcode readers
• Checks for inventory and data recording errors daily
• Performs cycle counts
• Verifies quantities listed on manufacturing documentation and confirms items conform to prints
• Properly organizes and stores materials
• Verifies and counts parts moved to ensure paperwork accuracy and inventory integrity
• Maintains organization of products and raw materials
• Reads drawings/prints to identify parts
• Gathers, picks, and assembles products according to pick lists/load lists
• Places product in designated storage areas
• Maintains 5S standards and workplace organization
• Executes daily production plans to ensure material flow meets scheduling demands
• Follows safe work procedures and consistently wears all required PPE
• Performs work at the appropriate pace to meet quality and productivity expectations
• Adheres to company policies related to safety, cleanliness, attendance, and workplace conduct
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to accurately use tape measures and precision measuring devices
• Proficient in interpreting blueprints and mechanical drawings
• Computer literacy, including word processing, spreadsheets, email, shop floor control, production planning, and inventory control systems
• Ability to perform basic shop math functions
• Ability to read, understand, and complete required internal manufacturing documentation
• Ability to electronically record production information accurately
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a high-performance team
• Ability to adapt to changing work priorities
• Ability to work under limited supervision while following standardized practices and procedures

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The customary methods of performing job duties require adequate grip strength, finger dexterity, and foot movement to operate tools, products, equipment, and controls on a regular basis. This role generally requires continuous standing, walking, and balancing. Employees may occasionally to frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push or pull up to 75 pounds, depending on work assignment. The role may also require repetitive bending, forward reaching with moderate force, occasional knee-level tasks, and occasional climbing.

Employees are regularly required to communicate effectively through speaking and hearing. The production environment noise level is loud, consistent with standard shop conditions. This position involves working with and around machinery and equipment and may include exposure to cut and puncture hazards, congested workspaces, temperature fluctuations, glare, and chemicals necessary to perform assigned duties. Personal protective equipment is required. This role also requires near and far vision, tactile ability, hearing, speech, and spatial awareness.