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Kitting Specialist, Machining

Amazon· Leo Hardware Supply Chain (Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC)
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Redmond, WA$96.6k - $160kFull-timePosted 4w ago

About the role

Kitting Specialist responsible for assembling production kits for CNC work orders, validating BOMs and drawings, staging kits for production, and managing tooling, materials, and documentation to minimize machine downtime in Amazon Leo’s machine shop in Redmond, WA.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble comprehensive production kits containing all raw materials, custom workholding, cutting tools, gauges, and documentation required for specific CNC work orders.
  • Review Bill of Materials (BOM), blueprints, and digital CAD/CAM setup sheets to ensure perfect component matching before jobs hit the floor.
  • Stage completed kits at designated machining cells to ensure operators can transition seamlessly between production runs without material-related delays.
  • Process job teardowns by receiving used kits, logging returned components into the ERP/CMMS system, and returning modular tooling to stock.
  • Preset and pre-assemble cutting tools (end mills, drills, inserts) into specific tool holders using precision tool presetter machinery.
  • Measure and record tool offsets (length and diameter dimensions) and update the shop's central tooling database or generate RFID data tags.
  • Inspect, clean, and maintain specialized fixtures, molds, die components, and workholding equipment (vises, chucks, custom clamps).
  • Manage tool wear tracking, identifying when tooling needs replacement, regrinding, or recycling.
  • Track stock levels of standard raw material blanks, modular hardware, fasteners, inserts, and shop consumables.
  • Initiate purchase requisitions for replacement tooling and components to prevent stockout bottlenecks.
  • Audit and organize the tool crib and kitting zones using strict 5S lean manufacturing methodologies.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement principles & techniques
  • Can lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
  • 2+ years of experience in a CNC machine shop, tool crib, or manufacturing kitting environment
  • Working knowledge of cutting tools, tool holders, workholding fixtures, and CNC machining processes
  • Hands-on experience with ERP, CMMS, or inventory management systems
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and CAD/CAM setup sheets
  • Proficiency with precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauge blocks)

Skills

Required:Lean ManufacturingReading engineering drawings, BOMs, CAD/CAM setup sheetsTooling and fixture managementERP/CMMS/inventory systems

Benefits

  • Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription) and life insurance options
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Employee assistance and mental health support
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
  • Career growth and development opportunities
Last updated Oct 25, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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