Operations Planner

RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) is seeking an Operations Planner to plan and schedule software development projects. You will support a team of software developers and engineering directors to help prioritize, schedule and organize projects within the software engineering function. 

Operations Planner

Responsibilities 

• Work closely with engineering leadership to plan and schedule project work. 
• Run reports, manage work requests and document progress updates
• Create detailed plans for each project to outline execution strategy including objectives, schedule, and cost.
• Drive contact with leadership team throughout the project lifecycle to understand/set expectations, establish timelines and grow the relationship.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to identify and allocate the necessary resources for each project.

Desired Skills 

• Bachelors Degree in Business, Technology, Engineering or related field
• Desire to learn from others in a team environment.
• Knowledge and experience in software development
• Effective time management skills demonstrated within a multi-functional team.

About RFA Engineering

RFA Engineering has provided product development and engineering services to industry leading customers since 1943. Our primary focus is development of off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, mining, recreational, industrial, and special machines. Our work includes concept development, product design, documentation, problem-solving, simulation, optimization, and testing of components, systems and complete machines. Our engineering staff is located at our Engineering Center in Minneapolis, branch office in Dubuque, IA, and at numerous customer sites throughout the U.S.

Competitive Benefits

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Supplemental Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
• Flexible Spending Plans for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care
• Extra Time Bonuses
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Education Assistance