Inventory Control Specialist/Scheduler

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.

Key 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

Why Join Van-Am:

• 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

You will work onsite in a collaborative manufacturing setting where accountability, precision, and teamwork drive results. This role is ideal for someone who takes ownership of inventory, executes scheduling with discipline, and wants to contribute to a high-performing manufacturing organization.

As a federal government contractor, Van-Am Defense Systems is required to maintain a drug-free workplace under the Drug-Free Workplace Act. As part of the hiring process, all candidates who receive a conditional job offer must undergo a pre-employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana, regardless of state legalization.

Testing is conducted after a job offer is extended, and results are kept confidential. A positive result may impact the final offer of employment. Van-Am complies with all applicable Federal, State (including Missouri and Iowa), and DOT regulations, where relevant.

Van-Am is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.