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Custom Kitting Specialist

Job in Des Plaines, Cook County, Illinois, 60019, USA
Listing for: Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-24
Job specializations:
  • Warehouse
    Material Handler
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Material Handler
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 35000 - 52000 USD Yearly USD 35000.00 52000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Position Summary

The Custom Kitting Specialist is responsible for accurately and efficiently assembling customer-specific aircraft and KTS custom kits by picking, organizing, and packaging thousands of individual components according to work orders, bills of materials (BOMs), and packing requirements. This position plays a critical role in maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting warehouse operations, and ensuring customers receive complete, high-quality kits on time. Success in this role requires exceptional attention to detail, organization, and a commitment to 100% accuracy and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities
  • Accurately pick and assemble custom kits according to work orders, bills of materials (BOMs), and customer specifications.
  • Verify all kit components for accuracy, quantity, and quality prior to packaging and shipment.
  • Package completed kits to ensure safe handling and delivery while meeting customer and company standards.
  • Stage, label, and prepare completed kits for shipment.
  • Conduct routine cycle counts and assist with inventory audits to maintain inventory accuracy.
  • Maintain accurate inventory transactions within the ERP system.
  • Maintain organized workstations and warehouse storage areas to promote efficiency and safety.
  • Safely operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment, as authorized.
  • Collaborate with team members and other departments to meet daily production and shipping schedules.
  • Perform other warehouse duties as assigned to support operational needs.
Preferred

Skills & Qualifications
  • High School Diploma
  • US Citizen
  • Experience in kitting, materials handling, inventory control, or warehouse operations
  • High attention to detail with the ability to follow complex picking and kit assembly requirements
  • Comfortable working with large quantities of parts and repetitive, accuracy-driven tasks
  • Strong computer skills with emphasis in Microsoft outlook and office suite
Success in this position is measured by
  • Maintaining 100% accuracy when picking, assembling, and packaging customer kits.
  • Consistently meeting productivity and efficiency goals.
  • Maintaining inventory integrity through accurate put-away and cycle counting.
  • Producing complete, high-quality kits with minimal errors or rework.
  • Supporting on-time order fulfillment while maintaining safety and quality standards.
Benefits
  • Comprehensive Leave plan (Paid Time Off)
  • Comprehensive Health Care package including Medical, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account (HSA), and more
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Paid Overtime
  • Flex Time and Flexible Scheduling
  • Opportunities to travel
  • Tuition Reimbursement options
  • Casual and relaxed work environment

KTS is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other segmenting characteristics protected by law.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to:
Human Resources  

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