<p>Robert Half is partnering with a manufacturing client in Rock Island to recommend a<strong> Production Planning & Scheduling Analyst </strong>to support a busy and evolving operation. This role was created to provide additional bandwidth during a period of increased complexity and change.</p><p><br></p><p>The client is intentionally <strong>open to a range of experience levels </strong>— from bright, motivated professionals early in their manufacturing or supply chain careers to more experienced planners who bring a strategic lens. The scope of the role will flex based on the strengths of the individual hired, while maintaining a clear core mission: supporting production planning, scheduling, and related purchasing activities with strong data and analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working hands-on with data, learning systems, and bringing structure to environments where processes are still evolving.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Be Doing</strong></p><p>In this role, you’ll support production planning and scheduling activities while partnering closely with operations, purchasing, and leadership. Responsibilities may include:</p><ul><li>Assisting with <strong>production planning and scheduling processes</strong></li><li>Supporting <strong>purchasing activities</strong>, including reviewing and vetting ERP-driven buy signals before POs are placed</li><li>Creating and maintaining<strong> production scheduling tickets</strong> or system records</li><li>Manipulating and validating data to produce <strong>accurate, real-time Excel reports</strong></li><li>Reviewing and prioritizing data from a legacy ERP system</li><li>Ensuring production schedules and purchasing decisions align with actual material and business needs</li><li>Collaborating cross-functionally and communicating clearly with stakeholders, including leadership based internationally</li></ul><p>While the exact mix of responsibilities may flex, the mission is clear: bring analytical support, structure, and reliable data to help production planning and scheduling run smoothly.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Role</strong></p><ul><li>Provide immediate relief and support to a busy production environment</li><li>Work closely with experienced operations and leadership teams</li><li>Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by improving visibility, prioritization, and planning</li><li>Clear expectations, onsite support, and a collaborative culture</li></ul><p><strong>Why Work with Robert Half</strong></p><p>Robert Half connects skilled professionals with meaningful contract opportunities at leading organizations. You’ll receive ongoing support from our team while gaining valuable experience in a complex manufacturing environment.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Enterprise Business Analyst that also understands technology lingo to be able to be a liason between IT and Business Units. In this role, you will work out of a PMO and collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements, ensuring they are clearly defined and actionable. Your expertise in both waterfall and agile methodologies will be instrumental in driving project success while maintaining effective communication with all project participants. This role WILL WORK WITH ALL BUSINESS UNITS, play a crucial role with vendor selection, and requires strong verbally and written communication. If you are ready to be seen and known within an organization, this role is for you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Apply now, call 319-362-8606, or email your resume direct and confidential to Shawn M Troy - Technology Practice Director with Robert Half (email information is on LinkedIn)</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>**Direct Hire ONLY ** HYBRID - Onsite Tuesdays/Wednesday/Thursday's ** Must be a US Citizen and/or authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship** </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Collect and analyze business requirements from stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals.</p><p>• Document processes, workflows, and use cases using wireframes and other visual tools.</p><p>• Support and Coordinate user acceptance testing with Product Owners.</p><p>• Collaborate with project managers to manage risks, timelines, and deliverables.</p><p>• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members on business analysis practices and methodologies.</p><p>• Work closely with vendors to explore system options and ensure effective implementation.</p><p>• Must have Microsoft Office tools experience, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, and SharePoint. Azure DevOps is nice to have.</p><p>• Support project management efforts by assisting with planning, tracking, and reporting.</p><p>• Analyze and resolve conflicts to ensure smooth communication and collaboration among teams.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Apply now, call 319-362-8606, or email your resume direct and confidential to Shawn M Troy - Technology Practice Director with Robert Half (email information is on LinkedIn)</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>**Direct Hire ONLY ** HYBRID - Onsite Tuesdays/Wednesday/Thursday's ** Must be a US Citizen and/or authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship** </strong></p>
