Materials Specialist at John Deere

Department: Operations (CA)

Compensation

$58,956 – $88,428/yr

Setup: On-site
Location: Waterloo, Iowa
Type: Full-time
Level: mid
Posted: Sep 23, 2026

Description

John Deere is hiring an onsite Materials Specialist for its Drive Train Components manufacturing operation in Waterloo, Iowa. The role supports on-time delivery by moving materials through a complex supply chain, scheduling production in a cross-functional shop-floor environment, and using SAP-PP and other material planning systems. Candidates need manufacturing scheduling experience, SAP-PP experience, change-control knowledge, and ideally a business or supply-chain degree or related experience. The position offers a base salary of $58,956 to $88,428 plus benefits, flexible work arrangements, and no visa sponsorship.

Required Skills

SAP-PP
Manufacturing scheduling
Change control
Bill of Materials
Prioritization

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: At least one year of SAP-PP production planning experience achieving delivery metrics
At least one year of manufacturing scheduling experience
Basic understanding of change control concepts
Preferred Qualifications: Drive Train Components shop-floor scheduling experience
At least one year of SAP-PP experience in a divergent flow or job shop environment
Experience with John Deere legacy material planning systems, including CWIS and MRP
Understanding of Bill of Materials
Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain, or one year of supply chain or industrial manufacturing experience