Plant IT Manager | Manufacturing Systems Leader

The Pivot Group Careers; Spring Lake (MI); On-site; USD 92,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Spring Lake, MI connects IT leaders with manufacturers in Ottawa County. This IT Manager role focuses on infrastructure, cyber security, ERP, and plant-floor systems, offering a high-impact leadership path and competitive salary.

Candidates will manage budgets, supervise a small team, coordinate vendors, and ensure uptime across servers, networks, and MES/ERP environments, with a salary range of $92,000 to $139,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Cybersecurity practices and backup/recovery knowledge are required.
• 5+ years IT experience, including manufacturing environments.
• Experience with ERP systems used in production environments.
• Working knowledge of network administration and Windows server environments.
• Experience supervising staff or leading projects.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cybersecurity controls and backup procedures.
• 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.

Skills

Cybersecurity practices

IT experience

ERP systems

Network administration

Windows server

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in information technology or computer science

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Spring Lake, MI connects IT leaders with manufacturers in Ottawa County. This IT Manager role focuses on infrastructure, cyber security, ERP, and plant-floor systems, offering a high-impact leadership path and competitive salary.

Candidates will manage budgets, supervise a small team, coordinate vendors, and ensure uptime across servers, networks, and MES/ERP environments, with a salary range of $92,000 to $139,000 depending on experience.