Information Technology Manager

Zeigler Bros, Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Voluntary benefits

401(k) plan with matching"

Paid vacation

Personal days

Holidays

Job summary

Zeigler Bros. Inc. is an established manufacturer of high-end specialty feeds for the aquaculture, pet, and bio-medical research industries.

The company seeks an experienced Information Technology Manager to oversee its technology infrastructure, systems, cybersecurity, and end-user support—a hands-on role ensuring secure, reliable IT that supports manufacturing and business operations. The ideal candidate will solve problems, manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively at all levels,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 3–5 years of IT experience, preferably in a multi-location or manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, networking, cybersecurity, backups, and cloud technologies.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, and business-critical applications.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and provide excellent customer service.
• Manufacturing or feed/food industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain company networks, servers, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, SharePoint, VPN, firewalls, and related systems.
• Provide technical support to approximately 90 employees across multiple locations.
• Support manufacturing and production technology systems.
• Manage computers, mobile devices, phones, printers, software, and other IT equipment.
• Maintain cybersecurity, backups, disaster recovery, and business continuity systems.
• Manage company websites and internal SharePoint sites.
• Lead IT projects, system upgrades, and technology improvements.
• Manage IT vendors, purchasing, asset tracking, and the annual IT budget.
• Develop and maintain IT policies, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Provide after‑hours/weekend support as needed.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Project management

Networking

Cybersecurity

Windows Server

Microsoft 365

Active Directory

SharePoint

Backup & DR

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT / CS or related

Tools

SharePoint

VPN

Firewalls

Microsoft 365

Cloud technologies

Job description

Zeigler Bros. Inc. is an established manufacturer of high-end specialty feeds for the aquaculture, pet, and bio-medical research industries. We are seeking an experienced Information Technology Manager to oversee our company’s technology infrastructure, systems, cybersecurity, and end-user support. This is a hands‑on role responsible for ensuring our IT systems are secure, reliable, and effectively support our manufacturing and business operations.

The ideal candidate is a strong problem solver who can manage multiple priorities, work independently, communicate effectively with employees at all levels, and provide both strategic direction and hands‑on technical support.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain company networks, servers, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, SharePoint, VPN, firewalls, and related systems.
• Provide technical support to approximately 90 employees across multiple locations.
• Support manufacturing and production technology systems.
• Manage computers, mobile devices, phones, printers, software, and other IT equipment.
• Maintain cybersecurity, backups, disaster recovery, and business continuity systems.
• Manage company websites and internal SharePoint sites.
• Lead IT projects, system upgrades, and technology improvements.
• Manage IT vendors, purchasing, asset tracking, and the annual IT budget.
• Develop and maintain IT policies, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Provide after‑hours/weekend support as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 3–5 years of IT experience, preferably in a multi‑location or manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, networking, cybersecurity, backups, and cloud technologies.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, and business‑critical applications.
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and provide excellent customer service.
• Manufacturing or feed/food industry experience preferred.

Zeigler Bros. Inc. offers competitive benefits which include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, 401 (k) plan with matching contributions, paid vacation, personal days and holidays.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.