Manager of IS Infrastructure

The Swan Food Company; Marshall (MN); On-site; USD 107,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

CJ Schwan’s Company in Minnesota is seeking a Manager of IS Infrastructure to oversee IS systems, networks, and the data center, with work from Marshall or Hopkins, MN. The role emphasizes developing IS staff and ensuring reliable architectures that support business needs.

You will guide infrastructure projects, collaborate with IT leaders, manage vendor contracts, ensure SLA compliance, and lead continuous improvement across data center and networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience.
• Intermediate proficiency with Windows Server, databases, data backup/restore, and IP networking.

Responsibilities

• Guide infrastructure solutions with focus on quality, budget, and schedule.
• Collaborate with IT leaders to establish long-term plans for systems.
• Research and implement technology changes to enhance asset management.
• Staff and staff projects with contract resources where needed.
• Lead selection and implementation of tools and best practices to improve quality and efficiency.
• Drive ongoing improvement of system areas and manage incidents and SLAs.

Skills

Windows Server

Backup/Restore

Networking

Data Analysis

Office & Outlook

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together.

We are hiring a Manager of IS Infrastructure to work out of either our Marshall, MN or Hopkins, MN headquarters. This person is responsible for the operation, performance, stability, and quality of IS systems, networks and the Data Center. They are also responsible for the proper development of IS employees so that they may create, manage, and support IS systems and architectures.

What You Will Do

• Guide the development of infrastructure solutions with a focus on quality, budget and schedule, infrastructure performance, and long-term maintainability.
• Collaborate with the enterprise architecture, solution delivery, and other IT leaders to establish long-term plans and road maps for assigned systems.
• Research, recommend, and implement technology and process changes to enhance asset management.
• Supply personnel to staff projects, including the procurement of contract resources as appropriate.
• Lead the selection and implementation of tools, techniques and best-practice adoption for areas of responsibility to drive continuous improvement in quality and efficiency.
• Lead the continuous improvement of assigned system areas while managing problems and user support, monitoring systems and facilities, and planning improvement responsibilities.
• Evaluate and recommend solutions for complex business opportunities which include alternative approaches for datacenter, media and facility management.
• Work with peers and CIO to develop department-wide standards and procedures. Work to ensure compliance to these standards and procedures by building and maintaining relationships and focusing on SLA management.
• Maintain vendor relationships to include contract negotiations and operational level agreements.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience.
• Intermediate proficiency of concepts related to server-based Windows Operating Systems, database systems, data backup/restore, and IP based network communications and infrastructure.
• Intermediate proficiency in the operation of a personal computer in a Windows environment to include the Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook along with data analysis.

What We Offer

The base salary range for this position is $107,000 to $178,000 annually with eligibility for a 15% annual incentive bonus that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, and wellbeing support programs.

The employing subsidiaries of CJ Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.