Logistics Specialist

RFA Engineering•Dubuque, IA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

RFA Engineering is seeking an experienced Logistics Specialist to join their engineering team. The selected candidate will work with experienced engineering staff using state-of-the-art engineering tools & processes. This position will operate onsite at our customer's world-class engineering and manufacturing facility. This is a full-time position with a full benefit package that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization. A Logistics Specialist will work closely with engineering and wage personnel. You will be responsible for the scheduling and facilitation of product testing and experimental shop operations.

Requirements

Ability to work up to 45 hours per week
Ability to start as early as 5:30 AM
Able to work 100% onsite at John Deere Dubuque Works
Must have a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Engineering Mechanical/Agricultural Degree, Business Degree, or Project/Program Management Experience.
Have a strong understanding of Experimental Shop practices and processes.
Have a strong understanding of working with Wage Personnel.
Desire to learn from others in a team environment.
Knowledge and experience in test and evaluation.
Effective time management skills demonstrated within a multi-functional team.
Excellent organizational skills to effectively plan and schedule shop activities.
Must be able to adapt to changes in schedule and testing priorities.

Responsibilities

Work closely with experimental shop supervisor to plan and schedule project work.
Oversee build activities in wide range of test facilities
Work closely with wage personnel to complete VISION work requests
Run reports, manage work requests and document progress updates
Create detailed plans for each project to outline execution strategy including objectives, schedule, and cost.
Drive contact with leadership team throughout the project lifecycle to understand/set expectations, establish timelines and grow the relationship.
Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to identify and allocate the necessary resources for each project.