Plant IT Leader: Infrastructure & Applications

Celestica; Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas (TX, TX, TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing services company is seeking an IT Infrastructure/Applications Lead in Fort Worth, Texas. This hands-on role entails managing strategic IT initiatives and overseeing the local IT team while ensuring the stability of production-critical systems. Candidates should have 5+ years of IT experience, including manufacturing, and possess strong leadership and technical skills. The position emphasizes both strategic oversight and active problem-solving in a factory setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Information Technology with at least 2 years in manufacturing.
• Experience with Electronics Manufacturing Services or Contract Manufacturing.
• Strong financial and business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and management to the on-site IT team.
• Establish long-term plans for the site’s IT function.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets.
• Negotiate and manage external service providers.
• Lead the system analysis, design, development, and support.

Skills

Team Leadership

Strategic Planning

Financial Oversight

Vendor Management

Troubleshooting

System Integration

Compliance

Security Management

Negotiation

Conflict Resolution

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

ERP (SAP, Oracle)

Virtualization Tools

Job description

A manufacturing services company is seeking an IT Infrastructure/Applications Lead in Fort Worth, Texas. This hands-on role entails managing strategic IT initiatives and overseeing the local IT team while ensuring the stability of production-critical systems. Candidates should have 5+ years of IT experience, including manufacturing, and possess strong leadership and technical skills. The position emphasizes both strategic oversight and active problem-solving in a factory setting.