IT Manager
HARLEYSVILLE, PA
Contracted
Experienced
IT Manager - Contract Position
Immediate Opening
Local Candidates Only – Hybrid Position
Relocation Assistance and Visa Sponsorship are not available for this position.
Summary: The IT Manager is responsible for planning, directing, budgeting, and overseeing all Information Technology (IT) functions and systems to meet organizational and operational needs. This role ensures efficient IT operations, functional business applications, and the development of new technical solutions that support manufacturing and business objectives.
This position provides leadership for IT Operations and Business Systems teams, supervises a diverse technical staff, manages IT vendor contracts, leads projects, develops training and procedures, and ensures IT performance while empowering the team to excel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education / Experience
Computer Skills
Ability to Travel: Travel to other locations, including our Mexico facility from time to time.
What you will get from us:
VISION & MISSION STATEMENT
To be the leading solution provider for every customer we serve.
To drive sustainable growth of our business through the continued investment in our people, technology and quality while delivering world-class products and services.
We offer meaningful rewarding work to our team members by providing a culture that is built on and supported by practicing our core values, and by providing our team members with the tools and resources they need to succeed.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law
Immediate Opening
Local Candidates Only – Hybrid Position
Relocation Assistance and Visa Sponsorship are not available for this position.
Summary: The IT Manager is responsible for planning, directing, budgeting, and overseeing all Information Technology (IT) functions and systems to meet organizational and operational needs. This role ensures efficient IT operations, functional business applications, and the development of new technical solutions that support manufacturing and business objectives.
This position provides leadership for IT Operations and Business Systems teams, supervises a diverse technical staff, manages IT vendor contracts, leads projects, develops training and procedures, and ensures IT performance while empowering the team to excel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.
- Assess departmental needs to identify vulnerabilities and recommend solutions that enhance productivity, efficiency, and accuracy to support and inform business decisions.
- Ensure IT infrastructure is utilized effectively to support business objectives, remains aligned with organizational goals, and adapts to evolving capabilities and industry advancements.
- Continually evaluate IT processes, technologies, and vendor performance to identify inefficiencies, recommend optimizations, and identify other areas for improvement.
- Conduct cost–benefit analyses for necessary upgrades, thoroughly evaluate vendor offerings to ensure technical compatibility and value and negotiate prices and contracts to secure optimal services that meet business needs.
- Ensure the department provides adequate training resources for employees to learn about the features and functionality of IT-implemented systems and resolve common technical problems. Assist in the creation and periodic review of training materials as needed.
- Continually review and develop disaster recovery plans and ensure the integrity of data backups. Execution of disaster recovery plans as required by business function.
- Perform additional responsibilities/duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education / Experience
- Ten (10) or more years of experience in IT, with a strong understanding of IT operations and processes. Prior management or team leadership experience within IT teams is preferred.
- Infor or NetLink experience is a plus.
- Deep knowledge of core IT Systems (ex: Microsoft 365, Active Directory), business and enterprise technologies, enterprise backup and recovery procedures, and systems performance monitoring.
- Proven expertise in implementing, configuring, and testing IT solutions with a hands-on, problem-solving approach.
- Strong creative and analytical thinking.
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Information Technology or related field.
- Professional certifications (e.g., ITIL, Microsoft, Cisco, etc.) are a plus but not required for candidates with significant hands-on experience and demonstrated competence.
Computer Skills
- Proficient in managing and utilizing enterprise IT systems including Microsoft 365, ERP platforms (FileMaker Pro, Infor) Understanding of network architecture, protocols, and systems, including LAN/WAN, SDWAN, VPN, and network security solutions.
- Expertise in server and cloud technologies such as Windows Server, Active Directory, Azure, and virtualization platforms (e.g. Hyper-V, VMWare)
- Knowledge of programming and/or scripting languages (e.g. PowerShell) for automation and process improvement
- Strong background in system integrations, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting IT environments.
- Infor or NetLink experience is preferred.
Ability to Travel: Travel to other locations, including our Mexico facility from time to time.
What you will get from us:
VISION & MISSION STATEMENT
To be the leading solution provider for every customer we serve.
To drive sustainable growth of our business through the continued investment in our people, technology and quality while delivering world-class products and services.
We offer meaningful rewarding work to our team members by providing a culture that is built on and supported by practicing our core values, and by providing our team members with the tools and resources they need to succeed.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law
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