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Kitting Coordinator
Location: Newton, Iowa
Company: The Vernon Company
Employment Type: Full-Time (Non-Exempt)
Reports to: Director - Distribution Operations
The Vernon Company is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Kitting Coordinator to join our Distribution team. In this role, you will coordinate custom kitting projects, monitor inventory and materials, communicate with internal teams, and help ensure orders are assembled and shipped accurately and on time.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, problem-solving, and working collaboratively to deliver outstanding customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive, inspect, and verify products and materials used for kitting projects.
- Identify and communicate shortages, overages, or discrepancies to sales representatives and department leadership.
- Determine appropriate packaging requirements when not specified by the customer or sales representative.
- Fill requisitions, work orders, and material requests necessary to complete kitting projects.
- Assemble custom product kits according to customer specifications and project requirements.
- Coordinate shipping methods and timelines with logistics to meet customer delivery expectations.
- Provide project status updates and communicate completion details, shipping information, and any additional project costs to designated contacts.
- Support picking, packing, and other distribution operations as needed to meet business demands.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure quality standards are met throughout the kitting process.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- One or more years of related experience, training, or education preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
- Professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Office applications; Excel experience is a plus.
- Experience with JD Edwards, AccountPro, or similar ERP systems preferred.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and team-oriented.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift
- Capable of lifting up to 25 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally
Work Environment
- Warehouse setting with a fast-paced, hands-on atmosphere
- Requires working on your feet for extended periods
Why Join Us?
Vernon is a fourth-generation, family-owned, and managed business that focuses on employees, superior work, and community involvement. It was founded in 1902 by F.L. Vernon, great-grandfather to our current CEO, Chris Vernon. Over the years, Vernon has grown from a small, local graphics agency into a globally recognized promotional design, marketing, and manufacturing firm that employs over 500 people nationwide. Based in Central Iowa, Vernon serves over 40,000 global customers. Check us out at www.vernoncompany.com and see for yourself!
Excellent benefits package including health, vision, life, 401k, PTO and holidays.
Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.
EOE/M/F/D/V
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $22.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $23