Director of Technology — Rural Manufacturing IT Leader

RITALKA, Inc; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 93,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee recognition program

RITALKA University

Employee luncheons

Community volunteering

Job summary

RITALKA, Inc. in the Midwest seeks a Director of Technology to lead all information technology and information systems across locations. The role ensures secure, reliable infrastructure and data systems that align with business growth and strategic goals.

You will shape technology strategy, oversee IT governance, cybersecurity, and enterprise systems, and manage an IT team and budget. Collaboration with leaders will drive digital transformation and scalable, cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire teams.
• Deep understanding of enterprise systems, infrastructure, and cybersecurity principles.
• Proven experience in IT strategic planning, project management, and change management.
• Ability to communicate complex technology concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Skilled vendor management, budgeting, and contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company's technology strategy to align with business objectives.
• Establish IT governance policies, standards, and best practices to ensure security, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Identify and implement emerging technologies that provide competitive advantage, improve productivity, and enhance customer experience.
• Lead planning, implementation, and optimization of all corporate software systems, including Global Shop MRP, engineering platforms, and enterprise productivity tools.
• Oversee the design, security, and maintenance of corporate network and infrastructure systems.
• Direct cybersecurity strategy to safeguard company systems, intellectual property, and sensitive data from threats.
• Partner with leaders to assess technology needs and deliver scalable, cost-effective solutions.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows and increase operational efficiency.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for technology-related vendor negotiations and contract management.
• Lead and develop IT staff to ensure high performance, skill growth, and exceptional service delivery.
• Develop and manage the IT department budget, ensuring cost control while funding strategic priorities.
• Oversee technology training initiatives to ensure employees can effectively use available tools and systems.

Skills

Leadership

Cybersecurity

IT Strategy

Project Management

Vendor Management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

RITALKA, Inc. in the Midwest seeks a Director of Technology to lead all information technology and information systems across locations. The role ensures secure, reliable infrastructure and data systems that align with business growth and strategic goals.

You will shape technology strategy, oversee IT governance, cybersecurity, and enterprise systems, and manage an IT team and budget. Collaboration with leaders will drive digital transformation and scalable, cost-effective solutions.