Locations: Houston (IB3)
Business Units: CESBG
Job Classification: Exempt
SummaryThe Kitting Shift Leader is responsible for overseeing daily kitting operations to ensure materials and components are accurately picked, assembled, staged, and delivered to production according to manufacturing schedules. This role provides leadership to kitting personnel, maintains inventory accuracy, supports production goals, and drives continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and ESD requirements.
Key Responsibilities• Lead and supervise kitting associates and material handlers to ensure efficient shift operations and achievement of production goals.
• Oversee the preparation, accuracy, and timely delivery of production kits to support manufacturing schedules.
• Ensure materials and components are properly identified, picked, staged, and issued according to work orders, BOMs, and production requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with Planning, Purchasing, Warehouse, and Production teams to resolve shortages and prevent production delays.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, system transactions, and proper material control procedures.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, ESD procedures, safety requirements, and company policies.
• Train, coach, and support team members to improve performance, productivity, and process adherence.
• Monitor shift performance, productivity, efficiency, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
•Partner with cross-functional teams to improve material flow, reduce waste, and optimize production support processes.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.
Basic Qualifications• 3–5+ years of experience in manufacturing, warehouse operations, materials management, or a related environment.
• 1–3+ years of experience in a lead or supervisory role.
• Experience using SAP or similar ERP/inventory management systems.
• Knowledge of inventory control practices, material handling processes, and production support operations.
• Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
Preferred Qualifications• Experience working with electronic components, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing preferred; SMT manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, 5S, and process improvement methods.
• Ability to analyze inventory, production, and performance data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and inventory management software.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
Education and Experience• High school diploma or equivalent required.
Why Join Us• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer.
• Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available.
• 401K with employer contribution.
• Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.
Our company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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