Manager of IS Infrastructure

Schwan's Company • Marshall, MN

9d • $107,000 - $178,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together.

We are hiring a Manager of IS Infrastructure to work out of our Marshall, MN headquarters. This person is responsible for the operation, performance, stability, and quality of IS systems, networks and the Data Center. They are also responsible for the proper development of IS employees so that they may create, manage, and support IS systems and architectures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience.
• Intermediate proficiency of concepts related to server-based Windows Operating Systems, database systems, data backup/restore, and IP based network communications and infrastructure.
• Intermediate proficiency in the operation of a personal computer in a Windows environment to include the Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook along with data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Guide the development of infrastructure solutions with a focus on quality, budget and schedule, infrastructure performance, and long-term maintainability.
• Collaborate with the enterprise architecture, solution delivery, and other IT leaders to establish long-term plans and road maps for assigned systems.
• Research, recommend, and implement technology and process changes to enhance asset management.
• Supply personnel to staff projects, including the procurement of contract resources as appropriate.
• Lead the selection and implementation of tools, techniques and best-practice adoption for areas of responsibility to drive continuous improvement in quality and efficiency.
• Lead the continuous improvement of assigned system areas while managing problems and user support, monitoring systems and facilities, and planning improvement responsibilities.
• Evaluate and recommend solutions for complex business opportunities which include alternative approaches for datacenter, media and facility management.
• Work with peers and CIO to develop department-wide standards and procedures. Work to ensure compliance to these standards and procedures by building and maintaining relationships and focusing on SLA management.
• Maintain vendor relationships to include contract negotiations and operational level agreements.

Benefits

• Eligibility for a 15% annual incentive bonus that is based on organizational performance.
• Competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being.
• Strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, and wellbeing support programs.

What This Job Offers

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