IT Business Systems Manager

SLPT; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SLPT Automotive is seeking an IT Business Systems Manager to lead the Operations IT environment, including MES, production dashboards, databases, and Plex ERP integration. You will supervise the Sr.

IT Systems Analyst and Controls/PLC Engineering team, ensuring data accuracy, system stability, and continuous improvement across operations. This role partners with Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance to optimize data flows, implement new technologies, and ensure uptime and real-time visibility of

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong understanding of MES, production floor systems, and manufacturing data flows.
• Experience with PLC/controls environments (Allen Bradley preferred).
• SQL proficiency (queries, stored procedures, data modeling).
• Experience with dashboards, reporting tools, and data visualization.
• Understanding of ERP systems (Plex strongly preferred).
• Familiarity with machine to system communication protocols (OPC, Ethernet/IP, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Sr. IT Systems Analyst and Controls/PLC Engineers
• Assign priorities, manage workloads, and ensure timely execution of operational IT tasks
• Establish performance expectations, KPIs, and development plans for direct reports
• Foster a collaborative, high‑accountability culture between IT, Engineering, and Operations
• Own and manage MES, production‑floor data systems, machine‑level integrations, and operational databases
• Oversee machine programming support (assembly, testing, data collection, traceability)
• Ensure reliable communication between PLCs, machines, MES, and ERP (Plex)
• Maintain and improve production dashboards, KPIs, and real‑time visibility tools
• Ensure system uptime, data accuracy, and operational continuity across all manufacturing systems
• Collaborate with the IT Network & Systems Admin Manager to ensure seamless integration between MES, databases, and Plex
• Support operational workflows, BOMs, routings, production reporting, and traceability requirements
• Identify and implement improvements to operational data flows and system usage
• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve data accuracy
• Lead projects to modernize production‑floor systems, dashboards, and data collection
• Partner with Engineering and Operations to implement new technologies supporting quality, throughput, and efficiency
• Develop and maintain documentation for operational IT systems, processes, and integrations
• Oversee operational databases, data integrity, and data governance
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of production KPIs, scrap, downtime, and quality metrics
• Develop SQL queries, scripts, and tools to support data extraction and analysisMaintain standardized reporting dashboards for Operations leadership
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Production to support system needs
• Coordinate with the IT Network & Systems Admin Manager on infrastructure, cybersecurity, and ERP alignment
• Support new equipment launches, line moves, and process changes requiring IT integration
• Participate in customer audits, internal audits, and compliance activities related to operational systems
• Assist with budgeting for MES, databases, dashboards, and production‑floor IT systems
• Manage vendors supporting MES, controls, databases, and operational software
• Evaluate new technologies and provide recommendations aligned with business needs

Skills

MES knowledge

Manufacturing data flows

Dashboards & reporting

SQL proficiency

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

BS degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Plex ERP

OPC/Ethernet/IP

SQL databases

Job description

SLPT is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced automotive components and systems, specializing in pumps, valvetrain, transmission, and electric drive technologies. With a strong focus on speed, responsiveness, flexibility, and entrepreneurial spirit, we are committed to delivering high-quality solutions that meet and exceed our customers’ expectations.

Our world‑class engineering and manufacturing facilities empower us to develop innovative products that set new benchmarks in the industry. From traditional systems to cutting‑edge hybrid and electrified powertrains, SLPT is shaping the future of mobility through excellence and forward‑thinking design.

Join a dynamic and growing team that’s passionate about progress. At SLPT Automotive, your ideas drive the future.

Summary

The IT Business Systems Manager is responsible for leading SLPT’s Operations IT environment, including MES, production‑floor systems, databases, dashboards, machine programming support, and integration between manufacturing systems and the ERP (Plex). This role ensures reliable, accurate, and efficient information flow across operations while driving digital transformation initiatives that support manufacturing performance, quality, and throughput. The Manager directly supervises the Sr. IT Systems Analyst and the Controls/PLC Engineering team, ensuring timely support, system stability and continuous improvement across all operations‑related IT systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Sr. IT Systems Analyst and Controls/PLC Engineers
• Assign priorities, manage workloads, and ensure timely execution of operational IT tasks
• Establish performance expectations, KPIs, and development plans for direct reports
• Foster a collaborative, high‑accountability culture between IT, Engineering, and Operations

Operations IT Systems Ownership

• Own and manage MES, production‑floor data systems, machine‑level integrations, and operational databases
• Oversee machine programming support (assembly, testing, data collection, traceability)
• Ensure reliable communication between PLCs, machines, MES, and ERP (Plex)
• Maintain and improve production dashboards, KPIs, and real‑time visibility tools
• Ensure system uptime, data accuracy, and operational continuity across all manufacturing systems

ERP (Plex) Operational Integration

• Collaborate with the IT Network & Systems Admin Manager to ensure seamless integration between MES, databases, and Plex
• Support operational workflows, BOMs, routings, production reporting, and traceability requirements
• Identify and implement improvements to operational data flows and system usage
• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve data accuracy
• Lead projects to modernize production‑floor systems, dashboards, and data collection
• Partner with Engineering and Operations to implement new technologies supporting quality, throughput, and efficiency
• Develop and maintain documentation for operational IT systems, processes, and integrations

Data Management & Reporting

• Oversee operational databases, data integrity, and data governance
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of production KPIs, scrap, downtime, and quality metrics
• Develop SQL queries, scripts, and tools to support data extraction and analysisMaintain standardized reporting dashboards for Operations leadership

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Production to support system needs
• Coordinate with the IT Network & Systems Admin Manager on infrastructure, cybersecurity, and ERP alignment
• Support new equipment launches, line moves, and process changes requiring IT integration
• Participate in customer audits, internal audits, and compliance activities related to operational systems
• Assist with budgeting for MES, databases, dashboards, and production‑floor IT systems
• Manage vendors supporting MES, controls, databases, and operational software
• Evaluate new technologies and provide recommendations aligned with business needs

Other Responsibilities

• Ensure documentation, procedures, and system configurations are kept current
• Provide on‑call support for critical production systems
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field
• Strong understanding of MES, production floor systems, and manufacturing data flows
• Experience with PLC/controls environments (Allen Bradley preferred)
• SQL proficiency (queries, stored procedures, data modeling)
• Experience with dashboards, reporting tools, and data visualization
• Understanding of ERP systems (Plex strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with machine to system communication protocols (OPC, Ethernet/IP, etc.)

Core Competencies

• Problem solving/attention to detail
• Self-directed and adaptable ability to work well independently, manage time well, handle and prioritize multiple tasks and complete them with a strong sense of urgency
• Operations IT expertise
• Manufacturing systems integration
• Data analysis and reporting
• Team leadership and development
• Strong collaboration with Operations and Engineering
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with urgency
• Clear communication and documentation skills

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Operations IT, MES, manufacturing systems, or related fields
• Experience supporting production environments in automotive or similar industries
• Experience with PLC/controls engineering or close collaboration with controls teams
• Experience developing dashboards, KPIs, and operational reporting
• Experience integrating MES, machines, and ERP systems