Schedule Planner I

Job Title: Schedule Planner I

Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company

Duration: 12 Months (Possibility of Extension)

Location: Waterloo, IA 50703

Shift: 1st Shift, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM (Possible Weekday/Weekend Overtime; Must Be Flexible for Off-Shift Hours)

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Description:

Job Summary

• Plan and schedule manufacturing and service parts to meet production requirements and delivery targets.
• Coordinate material availability, production schedules, inventory accuracy, and engineering changes to support uninterrupted operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Schedule production and service parts and expedite production and purchased materials as needed.
• Coordinate material requirements across departments and support delivery schedules and production sequencing.
• Communicate and implement engineering and material changes with relevant teams.
• Assist with manpower planning, inventory accuracy, and production and scrap reporting.
• Provide administrative support and help maintain material flow and production schedule performance.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel, with solid data analysis abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including spending approximately 50% of the time on the shop floor.
• Open to recent graduates; 3–5 years of post-graduation work experience is preferred. Manufacturing operations, material flow, or production planning experience is a plus.

Desired Skills

• A four-year degree in a business-related field and experience with production planning, material coordination, or inventory management.

Education

• Four-year degree in a business-related field is highly preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Onsite interview; business-casual dress code.
• Metatarsal protection required on the first day.
• Visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future.
• May operate a company-owned Gator inside the factory after completing required safety training.
• Some travel between Waterloo sites using a personal vehicle may be required.

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