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