Manufacturing IT Manager: ERP, Security & Plant Systems

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

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.