The kitting/warehouse associate primary function is to accurately move components, both physically and electronically (SAP), to the production floor for manufacture and completion of orders. In addition, the kitting/warehouse associate will also disperse production and shipping supplies to the floor using Kanban system as required. The kitting/warehouse associate coordinates the “RED TAG” system for orders that have material shortages and provides the necessary materials for “SCRAP” replacement on production orders. The kitting/warehouse associate also records and adjusts SAP for any material removed by shop personnel using the “MATERIAL REMOVAL LOG”.
The kitting/warehouse associate will receive cross-training as a receiving/banding/lagging associate and will serve as the assigned backup for each role as required. Additionally, the associate will engage in conducting physical inventory. NWS undertakes a physical inventory assessment at the conclusion of each quarter.
The main duty of the receiving associate involves loading and unloading all trucks, containers, and vans, along with inspecting all deliveries for visible damage. This includes verifying the counts of pallets, boxes, and reels, as well as checking the accuracy of part numbers, quantities, and serial numbers when applicable for each received product. Additionally, it is the receiver's task to ensure that all products are placed into their designated bins. The receiver also oversees the removal/disposal of archived shipping/receiving records, and the upkeep of the receiving area by organizing paperwork, disposing of old pallets, and keeping the loading docks clean.
The responsibility of the Banding/Lagging associate includes securing loads with straps to ensure stabilization, reinforcement, and protection of products during handling, storage, and transport. Corrugated plastic wrap must be used to protect reels, which should be secured to a pallet.
Internally, this position will deal with the following departments: Production/Engineering Manager, Supervisor, Production Control, Manufacturing Production leads and Cable Cut Associate. Due to this constant interaction, this position requires good communication skills, excellent note taking and attention to detail, and a positive disposition. The NWS Kitting Associate must be task and team oriented.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:
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Physical Effort
Occasionally (1-33%)
Frequently (34-66%)
Continuously (67-100%)
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Lifting
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Pushing/Pulling
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Carrying
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Grasping
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Fine manipulation
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Reaching, above shoulder height
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Feeling
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Vision – corrected to near normal
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Ability to distinguish colors
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Talking
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Hearing corrected to normal
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Mental Requirements: (check the box for the appropriate requirement)
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Thinking analytically
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Ability to deal with stress and emotions
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Making decisions
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Ability to understand, remember, and communicate oral instructions
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Concentrating, memorize, recall information
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Adjusting to changes
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Ability to understand, remember, and communicate written instructions
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Ability to follow directions
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Handling of multiple assignments, conflicting demands or priorities
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Simple math calculations
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Working under time pressures
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Examining/observing details
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Complex math calculations
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Ability to write in English
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Ability to speak English
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Ability to understand English
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Critical thinking
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Maintain attention to detail over extended period of time
Working Conditions – Routine exposure to the following: (check the box for the appropriate requirement)
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Indoor work
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Dust
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High heights
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Inside extreme cold
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Radiation
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Sharp objects
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Dirt/mud
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Oil
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Moving mechanical parts
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Night/dark
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Position Context Requirements: (check the box for the appropriate requirement)
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In-person attendance
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Driving (forklift)
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Staying organized
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Reporting to work on a regular and timely basis
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Operating equipment (forklift, electric pallet jack)
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Teaching/Training others
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Access to universal keys
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Handles P-Card
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Access to protected personal information
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May work non-traditional shifts (evenings, nights and/or weekends)
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Microsoft Office
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Notes: (please provide additional information not included above)
Lightera is a global leader in optical fiber and connectivity solutions. Built on a legacy of expertise in optical science, we provide high-performance solutions that enable faster, more reliable, and sustainable connections for businesses, communities, and industries worldwide.
With operational headquarters in Norcross, Georgia, U.S.A., Lightera serves customers across telecommunications, enterprise, industrial, generative AI, data centers, 5G/6G, utilities, medical, aerospace, defense, and sensing markets.
Lightera is part of Furukawa Electric Group, a pioneer in advancing the next generation of infrastructure through integrated solutions in connectivity, energy, and mobility, to create a safe, peaceful, and sustainable world.
