IT Manager

The Pivot Group Network • Warren, MI

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About The Position

The Pivot Group Network is building a network of experienced IT Managers for manufacturing companies in and around Warren, Michigan, including Sterling Heights, Madison Heights, Royal Oak, and Roseville. Partner companies may not have an immediate opening, but the recruiting group may contact candidates if a current or future opportunity aligns with their goals. The role covers IT management opportunities at manufacturers seeking professionals who can support technology infrastructure and business operations.

The IT Manager oversees IT operations and systems that support manufacturing, including servers, networks, plant-floor systems, ERP and manufacturing execution systems, cybersecurity, and backups. The role may involve leading a small IT team, coordinating outside vendors, planning budgets and equipment purchases, training staff, and troubleshooting outages to minimize production downtime.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of network administration and Windows server environments.
• Experience supervising staff or leading projects.
• Understanding of cybersecurity practices and backup and recovery.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field.
• Five or more years in IT support or administration, with some experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems used in production environments.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with ITIL or structured service management.
• Experience managing vendor contracts and budgets.
• Experience with manufacturing execution systems or SCADA.
• Certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Security+, or Microsoft certifications.
• Experience with industrial networks and plant-floor devices.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• The Pivot Group Network offers market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation to support candidates' job searches.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager