<p><strong>HR Generalist role in Madison, WI. For immediate consideration contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is working with a well-respected manufacturing company to find an HR Generalist to join their team. This role will lead and oversee all aspects of HR and safety within the organization. The ideal candidate will drive initiatives across employee relations, compensation, benefits, payroll, and policy development while ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a positive workplace culture.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and oversee the full spectrum of human resources functions, including recruitment, compensation, and benefits administration.</p><p>• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to maintain compliance and align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Direct employee relations efforts to foster a positive and collaborative work environment.</p><p>• Supervise payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.</p><p>• Lead new employee onboarding and orientation programs to ensure a seamless integration into the company.</p><p>• Design and deliver training programs to support employee growth and development.</p><p>• Monitor and manage the department budget to ensure effective allocation of resources.</p><p>• Provide guidance on compensation strategies and benefits packages to attract and retain top talent.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to HR practices.</p><p>• Collaborate with leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business objectives.</p>
<p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p><p>Join a fast-paced and innovative startup environment in the manufacturing and technology sector. We are building a best-in-class finance organization to support rapid growth and are looking for a hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic, build-and-scale culture. You will work closely with a highly regarded and supportive hiring manager dedicated to developing talent and achieving excellence.</p><p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented <strong>Manager, Cost Accounting & Inventory</strong> to oversee inventory valuation, cost accounting procedures, and related operational processes. This essential role ensures accurate financial reporting and provides key insights to support strategic operational decisions. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in inventory systems, cost analysis, and cross-functional collaboration within a startup manufacturing or technology environment, making a direct impact on our financial performance and growth trajectory.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Manage</strong> inventory accounting processes, including perpetual tracking, weighted average cost calculations, and reconciliations.</li><li><strong>Collaborate</strong> with supply chain and operations teams to maintain precise inventory movements and valuations.</li><li><strong>Lead</strong> cycle count and physical inventory reviews, investigating discrepancies and implementing corrective actions to resolve recurring issues.</li><li><strong>Prepare</strong> detailed cost analysis reports, including production variance evaluations and margin assessments.</li><li><strong>Maintain</strong> and refine costing methodologies, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance standards (e.g., US GAAP).</li><li><strong>Support</strong> pricing strategies and profitability assessments for new and existing product lines.</li><li><strong>Oversee</strong> monthly close processes related to inventory and cost accounting, ensuring accurate financial reporting.</li><li><strong>Implement</strong> and optimize inventory management systems, acting as a subject matter expert for system configurations.</li><li><strong>Drive</strong> process improvements across inventory and cost accounting workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.</li><li><strong>Mentor</strong> and guide entry-level staff or team members on best practices in inventory and cost management, fostering a collaborative environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.</li><li>401(K) with company matching.</li><li>Generous paid time off (vacation, holiday pay, etc.).</li><li>Stock options.</li><li>Hybrid work model (2-3 days remote).</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a high-growth startup.</li></ul>
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Project Assistant to join our team in Rockford, Illinois. In this role, you will oversee key aspects of customer orders and contract administration, ensuring smooth communication and efficient processes. This is a Long-term Contract position, offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to cross-functional projects and provide outstanding customer service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate and manage repair purchase orders from commercial airline customers, including quoting, invoicing, and shipment processing.<br>• Act as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries and order-related issues, ensuring timely communication and resolution.<br>• Monitor and adhere to contractual obligations such as asset reporting, on-time delivery metrics, and penalty avoidance.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams including manufacturing, engineering, quality assurance, and program management to streamline operations.<br>• Prepare and present status reports on customer orders and service levels to ensure transparency and accountability.<br>• Implement and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.<br>• Supervise and guide shop technicians and field service teams to meet project goals and deadlines.<br>• Manage customer service requirements with a focus on maintaining high-quality standards and timely deliverables.<br>• Facilitate cross-departmental coordination to address operational challenges and optimize workflow.<br>• Ensure compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements related to project execution.
<p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>PLM Solutions Architect</strong> to lead a full lifecycle Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) implementation. This is a highly visible, business-critical initiative that will establish a single source of truth for product data across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>The Project Manager will guide the project from vendor selection through implementation, driving communication, managing change, and ensuring alignment across technical and business teams. Ideal candidates have successfully managed end-to-end software implementations and bring hands-on PLM experience.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the full lifecycle of a PLM implementation—from alignment and vendor selection through design, build, testing, and deployment</li><li>Serve as the primary driver of communication across business, engineering, product, and technical stakeholders</li><li>Oversee change management activities and ensure teams are prepared for process and workflow transitions</li><li>Identify risks, remove roadblocks, and maintain momentum through all phases of the project</li><li>Coordinate with technical teams supporting both legacy systems and the new PLM platform</li><li>Provide structured documentation, project tracking, and executive-level reporting</li><li>Ensure the implementation establishes a unified, standardized approach for product data and workflows</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Shared Services Supervisor - AP, AR, Credit / Collections and Treasury</strong></p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>Our company, a global leader in industrial manufacturing and engineering solutions, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Shared Services Supervisor to oversee our credit, collections, accounts receivable/payable, and treasury operations. This role is vital for ensuring cash flow optimization, compliance with internal controls, and supporting corporate financial strategies. This role is based in the northern suburbs of Chicago and requires a hybrid schedule of two days per week on-site.</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>This position reports to a great hiring manager and is perfect for a self-starter with strong financial acumen and proven leadership skills. A key component of this role is managing and optimizing the performance of external third-party resources. You will also be instrumental in driving continuous process improvement and maximizing financial performance across our global business units.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>· <strong>External Resource Management:</strong> Direct daily activities, set KPIs, conduct performance reviews, and act as the escalation point for external resources supporting credit, collections, and A/P.</p><p>· <strong>Credit & Collections Management:</strong> Own the end-to-end process for various global business units, including setting credit limits, developing collection strategies, and achieving DSO targets.</p><p>· <strong>Treasury Operations:</strong> Lead daily cash management, funds transfers, cash forecasting, and administer treasury systems.</p><p>· <strong>Leadership & Process Improvement:</strong> Supervise and mentor internal credit personnel, ensure compliance with internal controls, and identify opportunities for automation and efficiency.</p><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><p>This is a great opportunity to join a private equity-owned company with a rich history in the industry. You will be part of a team that is synonymous with safety, quality, reliability, and innovation, and have the chance to make a significant impact on our global financial operations. The hybrid work model offers a flexible and balanced work-life environment.</p><p> </p><p>The company offers insurance, 401K, holiday pay and vacation pay for benefits and more</p>
