| Location | Waterloo, IA |
| Job Type | Contractor |
| Salary | $24–$25 Per Hour |
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.
Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company