Planner/Expeditor (Clipper Windpower)

Description

Job Purpose

The Planner/Expeditor is responsible for ensuring production workflows run efficiently by coordinating materials, production orders, and logistics activities. This role requires close collaboration with production, inventory control, purchasing, logistics, and warehouse teams to ensure materials and components are available when needed to support both production and customer demand. The Planner/Expeditor will also support inbound and outbound shipment coordination to maintain timely and accurate product flow. This role is based in Cedar Rapids, IA at the Clipper Windpower manufacturing facility, a company owned by Longroad Energy.  

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Order Management

• Create, release, and maintain production orders according to production schedules and demand requirements.
• Monitor production order progress daily, identify delays or bottlenecks, and work cross-functionally to resolve issues.
• Generate and maintain accurate stores pick lists for all work orders and production needs.
• Partner with warehouse team to track material issuance and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure production orders are accurately completed and closed upon fulfillment.

Inventory Monitoring & Material Coordination

• Monitor inventory levels to ensure adequate availability of raw materials, components, and finished goods to support uninterrupted production.
• Identify potential shortages and collaborate with Inventory Control and Purchasing to initiate replenishment actions.
• Support cycle counting, reconciliation activities, and inventory accuracy initiatives as needed.

Logistics Shipment Coordination

• Assist in scheduling inbound deliveries of materials, ensuring alignment with production timelines and storage capacity.
• Coordinate outbound shipments for finished goods, prototypes, repairs, or service orders.
• Work with logistics partners, warehouse teams, and carriers to secure on-time shipments.
• Communicate shipment schedules, delays, or changes to internal stakeholders to minimize disruption.

Systems Accuracy & Process Improvement

• Maintain accurate and timely planning, production, and inventory data within ERP/SAP or other systems.
• Audit production orders, pick lists, and inventory transactions for completeness and accuracy.
• Escalate critical shortages, supplier issues, or system discrepancies as appropriate.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing planning efficiency, material flow, and operational performance.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in planning, expediting, production control, or supply chain coordination.
• Strong understanding of material flow, inventory management, and production processes.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time-sensitive priorities.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is preferred. 
• Familiarity with logistics processes, freight coordination, and warehouse operations.

Characteristics for Success

• Safety minded with a proactive approach to hazard prevention.
• Strong problem solving skills and critical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Reliable, accountable, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively.
• High-quality work standards and consistency in completing tasks.
• Clear and professional communication with cross-functional teams.
• Ownership mindset with consistent follow-through.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing / Warehouse Environment: Work is performed in an active warehouse setting that involves moving equipment, stored materials, and operational machinery.
• Moderate Noise Levels: Exposure to noise from forklifts, power tools, overhead cranes, business equipment, and general warehouse traffic. Hearing protection may be required in certain areas.
• Computer and Office-Based Work: This position involves extensive use of computers and office systems, including prolonged periods of sitting, data entry, system navigation, and screen time. Occasional standing or walking within the warehouse or production areas may be required to support coordination activities. Minimal physical handling of materials is expected and lifting requirements up to 50 pounds are limited and infrequent.
• Temperature Variability: Work areas may fluctuate in temperature depending on season and proximity to docks or production operations.
• Safety Focused Environment: Requires adherence to safety procedures, PPE requirements, and hazard prevention practices.

Work Schedule

• Typical shift is 7:00am to 3:30pm with a meal break. Overtime or schedule adjustments may be required based on operational needs.

Other

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.  The Company does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Benefits of Working at Longroad Energy We are dedicated to providing our employees with the support and resources they need to stay healthy, secure their future, and be successful in their careers. Benefits at Longroad include the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan and matching, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Our robust time-off policy includes accrual of 18 vacation days in your first year, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time. We offer paid parental leave to help support employees as they transition into parenthood. Learn more about our employee benefits.    

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Diversity, equity, and inclusion matter - at Longroad, in our industry, in our communities, and in society at large. We embrace our responsibility to build and promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working experience and drive change where we live and operate. We work to actively promote and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster a supportive space that empowers everyone at Longroad to learn about, discuss and ask questions related to embracing and honoring identity. We collaborate with our community, colleagues, and industry in the ongoing pursuit of evolving and growing an inclusive and diverse environment. Learn more about our DEI commitment. 

Longroad Energy Values At Longroad, we SHINE. We aim to be the most trusted renewable energy company on the long road to a green future. We are an experienced team of problem solvers and promise-keepers who develop sustainable solutions that meet today’s challenges and make a lasting impact on people and our planet. Learn more about our SHINE values. Longroad Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EOE”). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other legally protected status. Longroad Energy prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodations are made for disabled employees. Longroad Energy is firmly committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities in all employment practices and personnel actions, including advertising, recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, rates of pay, and other forms of compensation.