Job Title:  Division Director, Information Technology

The IT Director is responsible for managing all organization technologies and providing technology support and training for the division.  Primary duties include: analyzing systems and processes; maintaining workstations and networks; and designing, developing, and maintaining.

What you will do:

• Manage all aspects of business systems and information technology in the Division
• Work with the business unit management teams to develop and execute strategy including identifying the appropriate use of IT to improve the capabilities and performance of the Division
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of the organization and adhere to all organizational standards
• Ensure the Division is adhering to all corporate information security standards and policies.

• Develop enterprise (multi-location) integration solutions
• Manage and maintain Microsoft Windows applications and systems.

• Manage Oracle and SQL Server databases
• Manage, develop and provide user support for Productcenter PDM
• Manage, develop and support ERP systems
• Manage the acquisition, installation and maintenance of the organization’s local area network hardware/software
• Manage network operations to include: troubleshooting connectivity problems; installing & maintaining routers; adding/terminating users; assigning rights and access; resetting passwords; establishing e-mail addresses; assessing and reporting operational status; performing backups and restores; etc.
• Ensure technology documents/certificates such as product registrations, SSL certificates, maintenance agreements, service contracts, etc. related to technology operations and/or technology services are evaluated, updated and processed
• Design, develop and maintain web-based applications including websites and intranets.  Continuously improves the organization's website and Intranet; adds new functionality and improves user ability to maintain without technical support
• Provide technical supervision; completes technology staff performance reviews
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on hardware and software
• Analyze technology requirements and develop functional specifications; Conduct comparative analysis and competitive bidding when necessary
• Present and implement technological alternatives to streamline functions and improve productivity
• Develop and maintain technology policies, standards, and procedures manual; develops and maintains related technology checklists
• Responsible for troubleshooting workstations, networks, software applications, phones, copiers, and other technologies
• Manage technology inventory to include procurement and disposal
• Ensure compliance with all software licensing agreements; Manage and safeguard software media and associated licenses; track software versions
• Develop annual technology goals and plan for goal accomplishment.

• Create and maintain LAN/WAN maintenance diagrams.

• Responsible for the discovery, mitigation and documentation of information technology risks
• Ensure networks, workstations, operating systems, and software applications are operational; ensure hardware and software are patched and/or updated; ensure all analog and broadband circuits are operational in accordance with vendor specifications
• Ensure the availability, continuity, and security of data and information pertaining to the organization
• Manage and maximize the utilization of technology centers.
• Prepare, maintain and test a technology disaster recovery plan
• Participate on committees, task forces, workgroups, etc.; facilitate technology meetings and user groups
• Develop and manage technology budget and monitor and approve related expenditures
• Directly manage IT-related positions at multiple locations; responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. 

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related area
• At least 10 years IT experience
• At least 10 years experience in a manufacturing environment
• Requires strong knowledge of Finance, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Manufacturing and distribution
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and conduct multiple simultaneous projects
• Strong customer service, organizational, and analytical skills
• Ability to interface with suppliers and internal customers
• Knowledgeable in PC hardware and software, servers, LAN, voice, video, Internet, e-mail and manufacturing business applications
• Ability to manage a budget

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