IT Manager – St. Johns Area

The Pivot Group Careers; St. Johns (MI); On-site; USD 99,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan is seeking an IT Manager for opportunities in St. Johns and surrounding area. The role focuses on technology infrastructure, shop floor hardware, and ERP/MES support to keep manufacturing operations running smoothly.

You will lead a small IT team, manage budgets and vendor relations, and ensure cybersecurity and disaster recovery. Requires 5+ years IT experience, manufacturing exposure, and a Bachelor's in IT/CS or related field.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff or leading projects.
• Understanding of cybersecurity practices and backup and recovery.
• Bachelor degree in information technology, computer science, or related field.
• Five or more years in IT support or administration, with some in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems used in production environments.
• Working knowledge of network administration and Windows server environments.

Responsibilities

• Support shop floor hardware including barcode scanners and terminals.
• Plan and manage the IT budget and equipment purchases.
• Troubleshoot system outages and reduce production downtime.
• Document procedures and train staff on systems and security.
• Oversee daily operation of servers, networks, and plant floor systems.
• Manage ERP and manufacturing execution system support and upgrades.
• Lead a small IT team and coordinate outside vendors.
• Maintain cybersecurity controls and backup procedures.

Skills

Staff supervision

Cybersecurity practices

Budget planning

Vendor coordination

Network administration

Windows Server environments

ERP systems experience

System troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor degree in information technology, computer science, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (production)

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics

Oracle

Job description

Job Description:

IT Manager | St. Johns, MI

Salary Range: $99,000 – $146,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for technology infrastructure and supporting business operations? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the St. Johns area seeking experienced IT Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers IT Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around St. Johns in Clinton County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Owosso, Ithaca, Ovid, and Ashley.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the St. Johns area seeking IT Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• Support shop floor hardware including barcode scanners and terminals.
• Plan and manage the IT budget and equipment purchases.
• Troubleshoot system outages and reduce production downtime.
• Document procedures and train staff on systems and security.
• Oversee daily operation of servers, networks, and plant floor systems.
• Manage ERP and manufacturing execution system support and upgrades.
• Lead a small IT team and coordinate outside vendors.
• Maintain cybersecurity controls and backup procedures.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff or leading projects.
• Understanding of cybersecurity practices and backup and recovery.
• Bachelor degree in information technology, computer science, or related field.
• Five or more years in IT support or administration, with some in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems used in production environments.
• Working knowledge of network administration and Windows server environments.

Bonus Qualifications

• Familiarity with ITIL or structured service management.
• Experience managing vendor contracts and budgets.
• Experience with manufacturing execution systems or SCADA.
• Certifications such as CompTIA Network , Security , or Microsoft.
• Experience with industrial networks and plant floor devices.

Job Titles That Should Apply

IT Operations Manager, Systems Administrator, IT Director, Manufacturing Systems Manager, ERP Manager, Network Administrator, IT Support Manager, Plant IT Manager, Information Technology Manager

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

Required Skills:

Resume Data Offers Network Administration IT Service Management Dynamics Access Support Lean Manufacturing Development Microsoft Dynamics Organization Six Sigma Operations Business Operations ERP Compliance Data Integrity Salary ITIL Hiring Partnerships Information Systems Recruiting Compensation Operational Efficiency Servers SAP Infrastructure Manufacturing Information Technology Technical Support Procurement Regulations Computer Science Oracle Security Troubleshooting Administration Preparation Software Business Science Project Management Leadership Management

Salary Package:

$ 99,000.00 – 146,000.00 (US Dollar)