Inventory Control Specialist/Scheduler
About The Position
Van-Am Defense Systems is seeking a highly organized and driven Inventory Control / Scheduler to support our fast-paced manufacturing operation in Waverly, IA. This role is central to our manufacturing success, ensuring inventory accuracy, efficient material flow, and disciplined scheduling to meet customer expectations in an aerospace and defense manufacturing environment. If you thrive in manufacturing and want to directly impact performance, quality, and delivery, this position offers meaningful responsibility and growth. In this role, you will take ownership of inventory processes and scheduling execution across the entire manufacturing lifecycle. You will manage inventory from receiving through finished goods, maintain accurate inventory records, and drive scheduling decisions that align material availability with production demand. Your ability to coordinate inventory movement and maintain disciplined scheduling will directly support on-time delivery and overall manufacturing efficiency. Success requires a strong understanding of inventory control, experience with ERP/MRP systems, and the ability to manage multiple scheduling priorities within a structured manufacturing environment.
Requirements
- a strong understanding of inventory control
- experience with ERP/MRP systems
- the ability to manage multiple scheduling priorities within a structured manufacturing environment
Responsibilities
- Manage inventory flow throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring inventory accuracy and traceability
- Receive, verify, and track materials while maintaining proper inventory records within ERP systems
- Develop and execute scheduling plans based on demand, capacity, and material availability
- Monitor scheduling performance and adjust to meet production deadlines
- Perform cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and maintain accurate inventory data
- Coordinate shipping, receiving, and logistics activities across the manufacturing operation
- Partner with Production, Quality, and Purchasing to align inventory and scheduling priorities
Benefits
- 4-day work week (Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accident
- 401(k) with company match and paid time off
- Work in a growing aerospace and defense manufacturing environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
