Material Handler (Kitting Associate)

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Job Title: Warehouse Material Handler - Kitting (Builder) Associate
Location: Charlotte, NC 10000 Twin lakes Parkway

Shift: 5:00am-1:30pm (Monday-Friday). Potential for daily overtime and Saturday shifts on as-needed basis

Starting Rate of Pay: $19.50

Job Overview:

The Kitting (Builder) Associate is responsible for assembling sub-assemblies and kit packages in alignment with standard work, production plans, and customer requirements. This role ensures accurate, complete, and on-time builds by verifying components, executing work instructions, and maintaining strong quality and safety standards in a fast-paced distribution and assembly environment.

Responsibilities:

• Execute kitting and sub-assembly builds in accordance with standard work, BOM, and work instructions (LCD/visual aids).
• Prioritize and complete work based on daily production plans, including high-priority orders (SEV, HOT, ELF, REQ).
• Verify all components, quantities, and part numbers prior to assembly to ensure accuracy and prevent defects.
• Ensure all builds meet quality standards before moving to the next process (no defects passed forward).
• Accurately complete required documentation (picked material sheet and production bill of material) and record work performed.
• Monitor plan vs. actual performance and maintain productivity expectations based on assigned work content (CT).
• Immediately escalate discrepancies including missing parts, incorrect instructions, quality issues, or system gaps.
• Support problem-solving efforts by identifying root causes and participating in corrective actions.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in alignment with safety standards and 5S/Lean practices.
• Follow all PPE requirements and report safety concerns or hazards without delay.
• Support cross-training and assist in onboarding new team members as assigned.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts (Kaizen, process improvements, layout optimization).
• Perform additional duties as required to support operational needs.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ years’ experience in manufacturing or distribution industry

Preferences:

• Prior experience in distribution, warehouse, or light assembly preferred; training provided.
• Basic ability to navigate work instruction platforms and production systems (RF scanner, computers, WMS/SAP).
• Clear and effective communication with Leads, Supervisors, and team members.
• Strong attention to detail, accountability, and ability to work independently within a team setting.
• Ability to be trained and certified on

Core Competencies:

• Standing: Standing is required in periods of up to three hours at a time.
• Stooping: Would be required to lift objects off pallets
• Hand Dexterity: Must be able to work with hand tools, screws and gauges, as well as operating buttons on controls.
• Verbal Communication: Must be capable of clear communication between co-workers and supervisor.

Work Environment & Requirements

• This is a fully onsite role requiring the ability to stand or walk for the duration of the shift in a fast-paced environment, with frequent bending and stooping. The role also requires regularly lifting up to 40 pounds unassisted and working in a non-climate-controlled environment.

What we Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.