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Material Specialist

Job in Waterloo, Black Hawk County, Iowa, 50703, USA
Listing for: Robert Half
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-03-04
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Production, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description

Material Specialist | Manufacturing Environment

Robert Half is partnering with a well-established local manufacturing organization to hire a Material Specialist. This role supports production and service operations by ensuring materials are scheduled, expedited, and accurately tracked across departments. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing setting, and able to split time between administrative work and the shop floor.

Details:

- 1st shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

- Overtime:
May include extended weekday hours or weekends

- Candidates must be willing to work off-shift hours if needed

- Visa sponsorship is not available, now or in the future, for this position

- Metatarsal protection required on the first day

Apply today or call our team at  for more information - Christin, Erin, and Lydia are happy to help!

Key Responsibilities

- Schedule production and service parts to support manufacturing operations

- Expedite production and purchased parts to meet demand

- Coordinate required materials with internal departments

- Communicate and support the implementation of engineering and material changes

- Assist production leadership with manpower planning activities

- Support inventory integrity and accuracy, including production and scrap reporting

- Perform general administrative duties as needed to support departmental operations

- Spend approximately 50% of time on the shop floor working directly with production teams

Why Robert Half?

When you partner with Robert Half, you're not just taking on an assignment-you're joining a team that genuinely cares about your experience and long-term success.

- Access to benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options

- Ongoing support from a dedicated recruiting team that checks in and stays engaged throughout your assignment

Requirements

Education:

Bachelor's degree in a business-related field highly preferred

Experience:

- Manufacturing experience is a plus

- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel

- Recent graduates are encouraged to apply

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ()  and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit  for more information.

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