• Accounting Clerk

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Chicago, IL)


    Description

    Key Responsibilities

    + Scheduling & Planning

    + Build and maintain a rolling 4–6 week die shop schedule covering all mill work and outsourced tooling.

    + Ensure every job is tied to either a mill completion date or an outsourcing plan with vendor and return date.

    + Track lead times and capacity constraints; flag overloads and recommend outsourcing early.

    + Update and publish the schedule weekly (Monday build, Wednesday commitment).

    + Coordination & Communication

    + Coordinate with production, engineering, and vendors to align tooling availability with production needs.

    + Communicate changes clearly to the supervisor and management.

    + Work with outside vendors (e.g. H& H) to confirm send-out dates, programs, and weekly capacity.

    + Data & Reporting

    + Maintain accurate, current data in Quickbase and related scheduling sheets.

    + Record send-outs, vendor assignments, and expected return dates.

    + Provide weekly reports showing die readiness, load vs. capacity, and buffer status.

    + Process Discipline

    + Enforce the rule: no job is promised unless it is on the schedule or on the outsource plan.

    + Drive consistency across all die shop scheduling practices.

    + Eliminate duplicate entry by moving die reviews and records directly into Quickbase.

     

    Skills and Competencies

     

    + Strong organizational and scheduling skills.

    + Computer proficiency required; Quickbase or ERP/CMMS system experience preferred.

    + Intermediate to advanced level of knowledge in Microsoft Office

    + Ability to interpret tooling requirements, job orders, and prints.

    + Clear communication skills across shop floor, management, and vendors.

    + Problem-solving mindset to anticipate conflicts and prevent production delays.

    + Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

    Experience

    + Experience in manufacturing scheduling, planning, or tooling coordination.

    + Background in die shop, machining, or tooling inventory management a plus.

    + Vendor coordination or purchasing experience helpful.

     

    Work Environment

     

    + Primarily computer-facing office role within the die shop environment.

    + Regular interaction with shop floor staff and vendors.

    + Fast-paced environment requiring accuracy and consistency.

     

    Benefits

     

    + Offer Competitive Benefits; medical, dental and vision.

    Requirements

    • Minimum of 2 years of experience in Manufacturing Industry

    • Hands-on experience with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.

    • Strong data entry skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.

    • Familiarity with scheduling and inventory planning tools, such as QuickBase.

    • Excellent organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple priorities.

    • Effective communication skills for interacting with vendors, clients, and team members.

    • Problem-solving mindset to address and resolve financial discrepancies.

     

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