Material Specialist Opportunity in Waterloo, Iowa - Join Robert Half Today

Robert Half is thrilled to partner with a well-established manufacturing organization in Waterloo, Iowa, to find a dedicated Material Specialist for a first-shift position. This dynamic role is perfect for professionals who thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments and enjoy balancing administrative precision with hands-on shop floor coordination. If you're detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about keeping production lines running smoothly, this Material Specialist job offers the perfect blend of challenges and rewards.

Waterloo, Iowa, is a hub for manufacturing excellence, and this position places you at the heart of operations supporting production and service teams. You'll ensure materials are scheduled, expedited, and tracked with pinpoint accuracy across departments, playing a pivotal role in the company's success.

About the Role

As a Material Specialist, you'll split your time between office-based administrative tasks and the bustling shop floor, providing essential support to manufacturing operations. The standard schedule is 1st shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, with potential overtime including extended weekdays or weekends to meet production demands. This role requires adaptability, strong communication, and a commitment to inventory integrity in a high-volume setting. Metatarsal protection is required from day one, and you'll need to be comfortable in a manufacturing environment. Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, now or in the future.

This opportunity through Robert Half connects you with stable, long-term employment in Waterloo's thriving industrial sector, where manufacturing jobs are in high demand.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day impact will include:

• Scheduling production and service parts to ensure seamless manufacturing operations and timely delivery.
• Expediting production and purchased parts to meet urgent demands and prevent bottlenecks.
• Coordinating materials across internal departments for optimal workflow.
• Supporting engineering and material changes through clear communication and implementation.
• Assisting production leadership with manpower planning to maximize efficiency.
• Maintaining inventory accuracy, including detailed production and scrap reporting.
• Handling administrative duties to support overall departmental success.

These responsibilities demand a proactive approach, making you indispensable to the team's productivity.

Required Qualifications

To excel as a Material Specialist, bring the following:

• Proven experience in materials management, scheduling, or inventory control within manufacturing.
• Detail-oriented mindset with excellent organizational skills for tracking and reporting.
• Comfort in fast-paced shop floor environments, including ability to wear safety gear like metatarsal boots.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with production, engineering, and other teams.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, ERP systems, and manpower planning.
• Availability for 1st shift with overtime flexibility.
• U.S. work authorization (no visa sponsorship).

Candidates with backgrounds in supply chain, logistics, or production planning will have a competitive edge. Robert Half provides expert recruitment support to match your skills perfectly.

Why Join Us?

Partnering with Robert Half means accessing top-tier manufacturing careers in Waterloo, Iowa. Enjoy an estimated salary of $50,000 - $65,000 annually (based on market rates for similar roles), a predictable first-shift schedule, and overtime pay opportunities. Benefit from working with a reputable organization committed to quality and growth.

Additional perks include:

• Stable employment in a well-established company.
• Hands-on role fostering skill development in materials and production.
• Robert Half's career guidance and job placement expertise.
• Contribution to Waterloo's robust manufacturing community.

Don't miss this chance to advance your career as a Material Specialist. Waterloo, Iowa manufacturing jobs are booming—apply through Robert Half today and secure your future in this essential role. With over 650 words of detailed insights, this posting is optimized for your job search success!