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Kimball Electronics

Global contract electronics manufacturing for OEMs

Production Operator

Full-Time
No salary listed
Entry
Indianapolis, IN, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Production OperationsProduct Assembly
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • Ability to work on pharmaceutical products while meeting high quality and documentation standards.
  • Ability to assemble simple and complex devices at short cycle times and high daily volumes.
  • Ability to operate automated assembly equipment and operate equipment, fixtures, and test stations according to procedures and training.
  • Ability to verify work against checklists and record results.
  • Ability to package and label finished products in designated cartons according to the bill of materials.
  • Ability to read procedures and interpret assembly drawings, work on one's feet, and reach, bend, and lift as required by the job.
  • Ability to analyze situations accurately and follow applicable procedures while working independently and as a team member.
  • Ability to adapt to changes in volume and handle other assigned tasks.
  • Ability to work overtime as required.
  • Ability to maintain a clean and safe working environment in accordance with company policies and maintain regular attendance according to company guidelines.
  • Maintain general knowledge of certification and regulatory requirements in ISO 13485 and FDA CFR/GMP medical device regulations.
Responsibilities
  • Assemble and pack parts according to production procedures, documenting production processes while meeting quality, cost, and delivery goals.
  • Assemble, test, and package finished products according to production and quality system procedures using manufacturing machines and equipment, hand tools, custom fixtures, subassemblies, parts, and fasteners.
  • Document manufacturing activities according to production procedures and good manufacturing practices.
  • Learn KEIND quality system requirements and Good Documentation Practices.
  • Complete work orders within assigned cycle times and schedules; record complete and accurate device history information according to good manufacturing practices.
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment, regular attendance, and adherence to procedures; work overtime as required.
  • Report production in the enterprise resource planning system and on work order paperwork.
  • Inspect the previous operator’s work when working on a production line.
  • Follow the 5S process for the assigned area.
  • Complete inventory forms as required and assist with work order setup.
  • Train other production associates on jobs for which proficiency has been achieved.
  • Provide improvement ideas for review and complete Yellow Belt training.

About the company

Kimball Electronics is a global contract electronics manufacturer that provides end-to-end manufacturing services for durable electronics used in automotive, industrial, medical, and public-safety markets. It plants, designs, engineers, and produces products for OEMs, then offers after-market services. The company operates a network of facilities in the Netherlands, Thailand, and the United States (Tampa), enabling a broad reach and the ability to manage complex supply chains. Its Tampa site focuses on medical and industrial sectors, highlighting a specialty in precision and reliability. Unlike many competitors, Kimball Electronics combines more than six decades of experience with a global footprint and a strong emphasis on quality and sustainability, aiming to deliver reliable, high-quality electronics manufacturing at scale for diverse customers.

Company Size

N/A

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Jasper, Indiana

Founded

1961

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Fiscal 2026 operating cash flow hit $72.3 million, the tenth straight positive quarter.
  • Medical sales grew over 10% in fiscal 2026, and management guides high-single-digit growth.
  • Helvoet adds about $60 million revenue in fiscal 2027 and expands U.S. Indianapolis capacity.

What critics are saying

  • Nexteer, Philips, and ZF supplied about 40% of fiscal 2026 revenue, creating concentration risk.
  • Automotive sales fell 3% and industrial sales fell 5% in Q4 fiscal 2026.
  • The failed EV rebound or a lost major program can erase growth before 2027.

What makes Kimball Electronics unique

  • Helvoet makes Kimball a rare EMS-CDMO hybrid in medical microfluidics, diagnostics, and drug delivery.
  • The 2026 rebrand to Kimball Solutions signals broader manufacturing ambitions beyond contract electronics.
  • Global plants in the U.S., Netherlands, Thailand, China, and India support regional supply chains.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Profit Sharing
  • Remote Work Options

Company News

Yahoo Finance
Aug 13th, 2026
Kimball Electronics generates $42.4M cash flow, cuts debt to four-year low

Kimball Electronics reported Q4 fiscal 2026 net sales of $371.6 million, down 2% year-over-year, but showed strong operational improvements. The company generated $42.4 million in operating cash flow, marking its tenth consecutive quarter of positive cash flow. Gross margin improved to 8.9%, up 90 basis points from the prior year. Borrowings fell to $116.6 million, the lowest level in over four years, down 21% year-over-year. For full-year fiscal 2026, net sales reached $1.431 billion with adjusted operating income of $65.7 million. The medical segment grew over 10%, whilst automotive sales declined 3% to $170 million and industrial sales fell 5% to $93 million. The company projects fiscal 2027 net sales between $1.535 billion and $1.56 billion, representing 7% to 9% growth. Adjusted operating income is expected at 4.4% to 4.7% of net sales.

Associated Press
Aug 12th, 2026
Kimball Electronics posts Q4 results, guides for FY27 growth with Helvoet acquisition impact

Kimball Electronics reported fourth-quarter and full fiscal year 2026 results, with net sales totalling $1,431.4 million for the year. The company's Medical division increased over 10% after adjusting for a prior-year consigned inventory sale. Operating income reached $66.1 million, representing 4.6% of net sales. The company generated $72.3 million in cash from operations and invested $11.9 million to repurchase 447,000 shares. Debt levels reached their lowest point in over four years. For fiscal 2027, Kimball Electronics projects net sales between $1,535 million and $1,560 million, representing 7-9% growth. This includes organic sales growth of 3-5% and approximately $60 million from the recently acquired Helvoet Polymer Technologies. The Medical division is expected to comprise over one-third of total company sales.

Business Wire
Jul 1st, 2026
Kimball Electronics Acquires European-Based Medical CDMO, Helvoet Polymer Technologies B.V.

Kimball Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq: KE) today announced the Company acquired Helvoet Polymer Technologies B.V. (“Helvoet”), a Contract Development and Manufac...

Yahoo Finance
May 15th, 2026
Kimball Electronics misses revenue estimates as automotive and industrial weakness offsets medical growth

Kimball Electronics reported first quarter 2026 revenue of $352.9 million, missing analyst estimates of $356.3 million and declining 5.8% year-on-year. The company's market capitalisation stands at $620.7 million. CEO Ric Phillips highlighted strength in the Medical segment, which delivered sequential growth and offset weakness in Automotive and Industrial markets. The company reaffirmed its full-year revenue guidance of $1.43 billion at the midpoint. During the earnings call, management addressed questions about the new Indianapolis facility, which will begin production by year-end, and confirmed mergers and acquisitions remain a priority. CFO Jana Croom described Medical segment pricing as aggressive but rational, driven by demand for robust supply chains.

Yahoo Finance
May 5th, 2026
Kimball Electronics Q1 revenue falls 5.8% to $353M, misses analyst estimates

Kimball Electronics reported first quarter CY2026 revenue of $352.9 million, missing analyst estimates of $356.3 million and representing a 5.8% year-on-year decline. The global electronics contract manufacturer's adjusted earnings per share of $0.33 met analyst expectations. The company reaffirmed its full-year revenue guidance of $1.43 billion at the midpoint, aligning with analyst estimates. Adjusted operating income of $11.76 million fell 9.9% short of the $13.05 million consensus, with operating margin at 3.3%. Over the past five years, Kimball Electronics has grown sales at 2.9% annually, though revenue has declined 10.1% annually over the last two years. Analysts project 1.8% revenue growth over the next 12 months, below the sector average.