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Transportation Planner

Arconic
Davenport, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/11/2026
Job Description

Arconic is looking for a Transportation Planner to join our Global Rolled Products (GRP) business unit in Davenport, IA.

At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

  • Ensure timely delivery of customer metal, and other products, in a safe and cost-effective manner.
  • Be responsible for the movement of goods and parts in and out of Davenport Works and for creating loads, securing appropriate carriage, and ensuring required documentation is available for shipment of customer orders. All must be done according to SOP’s in a safe and cost-effective manner.
  • Arrange the final transport to the customer and begins the receivable revenue process.
  • Communicate with several internal departments, interface with computer systems and communicate with external transportation resources. Professionalism is essential to effectively make these arrangements.

Also note:

This position requires flexibility in hours to meet customer needs. Currently, the planners rotate weekends to cover shipping needs.

Qualifications

You have:

  • Associate's degree in Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management or other relevant discipline from an accredited institution
  • Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
  • This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee

Exceptional Candidates also have:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
  • 2 years scheduling and/or Supply Chain Management experience in manufacturing
  • 5 years in manufacturing environment
  • Experience working with and building successful working relationships with a broad range of individuals and functions both inside and outside the organization
  • Work experience with principles and concepts of Lean Manufacturing used for achieving business results
  • Experience with inventory management concepts and forecasting
  • Basic understanding of different aluminum alloy compositions
  • Working knowledge of procurement and shipment processes
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with "out of the box" thinking
  • Experience working in a union environment

About Us

Arconic Corporation is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build.

We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders.

At Arconic, we:

Act With Integrity : We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability.

Safeguard our Future : We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment.

Grow Stronger Together : We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity.

Earn Customer Loyalty : We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service.

Drive Operational Excellence : We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration.

Create Value : We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders.

This position is subject to Export Control Law: This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R.

  • 730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.

United States EEO Statement: Arconic Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

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