IT Plant Manager

Piston Group & Piston Automotive LLC; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an IT Plant Manager to lead IT operations at their Wentzville facility. This pivotal role involves overseeing all IT-related activities and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the plant. With a focus on enhancing team performance and operational efficiency, the IT Plant Manager will manage infrastructure, software, and business operations. This opportunity offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as a 401K with company match. If you are passionate about technology and leadership, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Medical & Rx Plans

Dental & Vision Plans

401K with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in IT management and strategic planning.
• Strong background in budget management and project management.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily IT activities and oversee IT-related plant operations.
• Assist in budget planning and manage IT expenses at the plant.

Skills

IT Management

Project Management

Budget Management

SQL Server

Microsoft Office Suite

Networking Knowledge

Training and Development

Strategic Planning

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

VMWare

ERP Systems (e.g., Plex)

MES

Job description

Overview

Piston Automotive is seeking an IT Plant Manager for our Wentzville, MO facility. This role is crucial in managing all IT-related activities at the local plant, with key responsibilities encompassing infrastructure, manufacturing software, and business operations. As a key member of the Plant Leadership Team, the IT Plant Manager will play an integral role in supporting continuous improvement initiatives and shaping the local plant culture.

Piston Automotive wasn’t just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of execution through a combination of experience, expertise, and a deep-seated passion for what we do. Our assemblies consistently set the standard because our people consistently raise the bar.

Why Piston Automotive?

Competitive Wages, Paid Holidays & Vacation, Medical & Rx Plans, Dental & Vision Plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Life & Disability Coverage, 401K with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Vehicle and Product Discounts

Responsibilities

• Manage daily IT activity at plant level including employee-related issues.
• Assist in budget (cap-ex/allocation) for plant and corporate level.
• Maintain budget for plant-related IT expenses.
• Provide direct supervision for IT Plant Support Specialist assigned to respective plant.
• Manage the third-party maintenance for network, hardware, software, and telecommunications services.
• Participate in budget planning, implementation, and monitoring for purchase and maintenance of hardware and software for the plant.
• Prepare plans for applications, physical infrastructure and the acquisition of the necessary resources to support these items and assure responsiveness of the plans relating to corporate objectives.
• Manage installation of hardware and software by others.
• Manage provisioning of end-user workstations/laptops based on Corporate standards.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

• A minimum of six years of experience in an IT Manager role.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field.
• Six (6) years of experience creating strategic plans.
• A minimum of four (4) years of experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Four (4) years of experience managing a budget.
• A minimum of four (4) years of project management experience.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience training and developing direct reports.
• Six (6) years of organization and planning experience.
• A minimum of six years of experience with the following technical skills:
• SQL Server database software.
• Microsoft operating systems and Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access).
• VMWare.
• PC.
• RF.
• Printing.
• Server.
• Network Storage systems.
• Knowledge of networking.
• Backup technologies to support troubleshooting efforts.
• Industry-based IT tools.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

PREFERRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Familiarity with:

• IT automotive systems.
• ERP such as Plex.
• MES.
• Plant floor applications and networks preferred.

Piston Automotive, part of the Piston Group family of companies, is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique contributions of every employee. We encourage all candidates to apply for positions that match their skills and capabilities, ensuring equal consideration without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For any questions regarding job opportunities or the application process, please reach out to us at [e-mail]. We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the job search and application process, reinforcing our commitment to inclusivity for all job seekers.