Jr. Buyer / Kitting Coordinator

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Treske Precision Machining, Inc. is a U.S.-based advanced manufacturing company specializing in high-tolerance CNC machining and precision components. We serve aerospace, defense, space, electronics, medical, semiconductor, industrial equipment, and commercial industries. As a technology-driven organization, we utilize advanced automation, robotic machine loading, and proprietary software while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and employee development.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Jr. Buyer / Kitting Coordinator supports the day-to-day execution of purchasing, inventory management, and job kitting activities within Treske's supply chain team. This is a hands-on, cross-functional role that bridges the purchasing desk and the shop floor issuing purchase orders, maintaining accurate inventory records, and ensuring that job kits are assembled and staged correctly to support on-time production starts. This position is an excellent entry point for a career in supply chain within a precision manufacturing environment, with mentorship and growth opportunities under the Purchasing Manager.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Purchasing & Buying:

Issue and manage purchase orders for raw materials, hardware, tooling, and outside services using Epicor ERP.

Obtain quotes from approved suppliers; compare pricing, lead times, and terms to support best-value purchasing decisions.

Follow up on open POs to confirm order acknowledgments, delivery dates, and resolve discrepancies.

Assist in maintaining supplier records, pricing history, and lead time data in Epicor.

Support the identification and onboarding of new suppliers under the direction of the Purchasing Manager.

Inventory Management:

Perform regular cycle counts and physical inventory audits; reconcile variances in Epicor and escalate discrepancies.

Maintain accurate on-hand inventory levels for raw materials, hardware, and consumables.

Process material receipts and ensure proper documentation, inspection routing, and put-away upon delivery.

Monitor minimum stock levels and reorder points; initiate replenishment purchasing as needed.

Kitting:

Pick and assemble job kits for production and assembly work orders per engineering BOMs and job travelers.

Verify kit completeness and accuracy prior to releasing to the shop floor; coordinate with planning on kit readiness and job start dates.

Identify and communicate material shortages that would prevent complete kit assembly; work with purchasing to resolve.

Maintain a clean, organized, and labeled materials staging area in compliance with quality and 5S standards.

General:

Handle all work in compliance with ITAR and export control regulations; maintain appropriate handling of technical data and controlled information.

Support the Purchasing Manager and planning team with ad hoc reporting, data entry, and process improvement projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

13 years of experience in purchasing, inventory, warehousing, or a related supply chain role manufacturing environment preferred.

Experience with ERP or inventory management systems; Epicor experience a strong plus.

Ability to read and interpret purchase orders, bills of materials (BOMs), and job travelers.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, counting, and documentation.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident) in compliance with ITAR regulations.

Preferred:

Experience in aerospace, defense, medical, or other high-mix precision manufacturing environments.

Familiarity with kitting, picking, or assembly support processes.

Exposure to AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality management environments.

Associate's degree or coursework in supply chain, business, or operations or equivalent experience.

COMPETENCIES

Detail-oriented and highly organized; takes ownership of accuracy in counts, records, and documentation.

Self-starter who follows through on open tasks without needing repeated reminders.

Collaborative communicator comfortable working with purchasing, planning, operations, and quality teams.

Eager to learn and grow within a precision manufacturing supply chain environment.

Continuous improvement mindset aligned with Treske's culture of excellence.

Treske Precision Machining is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position is subject to ITAR compliance requirements; applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined under 22 C.F.R. § 120.62.

applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined under 22 C.F.R. § 120.62.

Job Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Work performed in factory settings.
• Exposure to manufacturing environment such as noise, dust and the outdoors.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, negotiate a flight of stairs and move about facilities.
• Must be able to lift light to moderately heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.).

Personal Characteristics

• Candidate must be driven to deliver results with the ability to establish rapport, earn trust, and effectively collaborate with others.
• Teamwork
• Works well with others as part of a team effort
• Is willing to make necessary changes based of feedback from machinist and supervisors
• Has a positive attitude

Our mission is innovation

• We are reinventing precision machining
• We continually seek and improve more efficient ways of manufacturing

Pushing it forward.

• Good people making good decisions based on real time information and quality tracking systems
• Works to meet departmental goals and fulfill strategies

Improve it.

• Say No! to status quo and consistently look for better, faster, more efficient ways to deliver success
• No such thing as good enough

Go Further.

• Expect superior quality and on-time delivery
• Exceed expectations utilizing one-of-a-kind manufacturing methods

Create win-wins.

• Build partnerships with internal customers, employees, and internal suppliers
• Build relationships on a bedrock of trust and mutual prosperity

Treske offers a competitive salary and benefit package including:

• Employer paid medical insurance for the employee
• Family Health insurance
• Paid Life insurance policy for employee
• Dental
• 401K
• 401k Match
• Life insurance for employee and family
• HRA
• Paid time off
• Vision
• Aflac
• Long term disability
• Short term disability

Treske Precision Machining is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We participate in E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility for all new hires.

Learn more:

• https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf
• https://www.e-verify.gov/rights-and-responsibilities

It is the policy of Treske Precision Machining, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to any legally protected status such as race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

** Offers of employment are subject to pre-employment drug screen and background check.

NOTE: Access to our facility, and employment is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). You acknowledge, verify and certify that you meet the ITARs definition of a US Person and have been granted U.S. citizenship status; or U.S. permanent residence status; or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). You understand that you may be required to produce documents verifying that you meet the ITARs definition of a U.S. Person, and that it is my responsibility to produce proof of U.S. Person status upon request. You understand that these documents may be photocopied and that failing to produce adequate proof of status will render you unable to be hired until such proof is provided. You acknowledge that you will be dismissed from employment if you cannot produce proof upon request. You fully acknowledge, understand to your satisfaction, agree with and certify these statements.

Any of the following documentation provides appropriate verification of US Persons status:

• Birth Certificate;
• Military ID;
• Passport/passport card ;
• Naturalization Certificate N-550;
• Permanent Residence Card I-551;
• Protected Persons Card;
• Consular Report of a Birth Abroad;
• Certificate of Citizenship N-560.

Treske Precision Machining Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We participate in E-Verify.

As part of our hiring process, we verify employment eligibility of all new hires through E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security with information from your Form I-9 to confirm your authorization to work in the United States.

Treske Precision Machining also provides the Department of Justice's "Right to Work" notices in English and Spanish.

Experience and License Requirements

• ERP or inventory management systems
• Purchasing, inventory, or warehousing