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Scheduling Assistant

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Geater Machining & Manufacturing, Co.

Independence, IA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 4 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/1/2026

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Job Description

Position Summary:
The basic function of the Scheduling Assistant is to provide support for scheduling functions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Entering Customer Sales Orders Generate Forecasting and Auto-Sales Create & Schedule Jobs Manage & Review Multiple Customer Portals:
Date Adjustments, Order Acknowledgements, Tracking Data Input, & More Customer Email Communications:
Order Status, Quantity Adjustments, Open Order Reports, & More Review Comparison Reports:
Verify and correct data between customers and our ERP system. Review and release jobs to the shop floor Run daily reports that correspond with scheduling, sales, engineering, shipping, and customers. Assist Managers/Supervisors/Shop Floor Employees with Priority List Items and keeping status of jobs updated. Assist Shipping department with Customer Logistics Provide back up support for Engineering Assistants as needed. Provide back up support when the Orders/Client Relations Manager is not available.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Advanced level computer skills in Microsoft Office products, particularly Word and Excel Basic ERP system knowledge In depth knowledge of clerical and organizational techniques Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to multi-task and follow through Must keep composure as this position handles a lot and deals with not only our employees, but the customer base Work well in a team environment, maintain a positive attitude and willingness to learn Confidentiality is a must Education and/or
Experience:
High School Diploma or GED Preferred:
Diploma or AA degree in Office Administration/Administrative Assistant. Six months to one year related experience and/or training in a manufacturing setting preferred.
Physical Demands Include:
Sitting, standing, and walking Use of hands and arms to operate office equipment Being able to see (20/25 vision with glasses, 20/25 without) and hear (with mechanical assistance if necessary) sufficient to understand and comprehend individual one-on-one conversations
Work Environment:
This person will work in an office which is a temperature controlled environment with moderate noise. There will be outside time spent in the manufacturing environment. This setting involves manufacturing equipment with others working in close proximity.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None PPE Requirements:
Safety glasses or side shields Close-toed or Steel-toed shoes/boots