Kitting & Material Specialist

About the role

The Kitting & Material Specialist role is responsible for inventory accuracy and kitting execution to support Engineering, Assembly, Test, and Program delivery at Technical Directions Inc. This role ensures the right material, in the right configuration, at the right time is available to support production and test execution.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, stage, and release material kits based on Work orders, Engineering BOMs, and Build schedules
• Ensure all kits are Complete, Accurate, and Configuration-controlled
• Deliver kits to production areas in alignment with build priorities
• Maintain clear identification and organization of all kits
• Verify all materials match the correct Part numbers, Revisions, and Quantities
• Support implementation of engineering changes (ECR/ECO/ECN) impacting kits
• Prevent use of incorrect, obsolete, or unapproved material
• Ensure kits reflect the latest released configuration
• Maintain strict segregation of Company-owned material and Government-owned material (FAR/DFARS compliance)
• Respond to shortages, missing parts, urgent material needs, and assist in resolving material-related production issues
• Support rework, special builds, and engineering requests
• Partner with Buyers and Supply Chain on shortages and material status
• Partner with Engineering and Configuration Management on BOM changes
• Communicate material status clearly to stakeholders
• Maintain accurate records of Inventory, Kitting status, and Work order material consumption
• Ensure data integrity supports Production execution, Quality traceability, and Program visibility
• Follow established material handling, kitting, and inventory procedures
• Maintain clean, organized, and visual kitting areas (6S standards)
• Identify opportunities to improve: Kitting efficiency, Material flow, Inventory accuracy
• Support standardization of kitting processes and layouts

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to interpret BOMs, Work orders, Part numbers, and revisions
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Ability to manage confidential and export-controlled information (ITAR)

Skills

• Familiarity with AS9100D material control and traceability requirements
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (Costpoint preferred)
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of experience in: Kitting, Inventory control, Warehouse or manufacturing support

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD