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Schedule Planner I - Material Planning and Control

EPITEC, Waterloo, IA, United States


Job Title:

Schedule Planner I - Material Planning and Control

Location:

Onsite in Waterloo, Iowa

Job Type:

W2 Contract - 24 months

Expected hours per week:

40+ hours per week

Schedule:

1st Shift: start between 6AM to 7:30 AM with possible overtime.

Pay:

$23.92-$25 per hour

Job Purpose
As a Materials Specialist at JD Waterloo Works, you’ll play a pivotal role in the seamless operation of our manufacturing supply chain. Your expertise will facilitate the timely flow of materials necessary for efficient assembly, service, and inter‑factory operations. This position is crucial to maintaining on‑time delivery and ensuring the smooth execution of our production schedules.

Essential Job Functions

Supply Chain Management: Coordinate and manage the flow of materials through a complex manufacturing supply chain, ensuring all components are in place for on‑time delivery.

Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with cross‑functional teams to maintain effective communication channels, fostering a collaborative environment.

SAP‑PP Proficiency: Leverage your knowledge in SAP‑PP (Production Planning) to optimize scheduling and ensure the achievement of desired delivery metrics.

Scheduling Expertise: Utilize your scheduling experience in a manufacturing environment to develop and implement efficient plans under tight lead times.

Change Control: Demonstrate a foundational understanding of change control concepts to adapt and manage supply chain adjustments effectively.

Legacy Systems Interactions: Engage with legacy material planning systems like CWIS to support service parts fulfillment seamlessly.

Qualifications
Education:

4‑year degree in any business‑related field.

Experience:

Manufacturing experience is a plus.

Good computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office (Excel).

Open to recent graduates – job is trainable.

Work Location: This position will spend roughly 90% of the time working on their feet on the shop floor.

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