Join a growing, family-owned Manufacturing Company and be the leader of our IT systems.

LeClaire Manufacturing Company is looking for an experienced IT Systems Manager to oversee all of our technology resources and programs. We are looking for someone who is interested in being an integral part of our Team, has the requisite experience, who values a family environment, who is ethical and hard-working, detail-oriented and reliable. If that person is you, please apply!

Summary/Objective

The IT Systems Manager is responsible for accomplishing information system objectives by managing staff, designing and monitoring information systems.

The IT Systems Manager will possess and exhibit the Core Values of LeClaire Manufacturing: Honesty, Development/Learning, Respect, Initiative and Excellence, and will instill and encourage these values in his/her co-workers and employees on a daily basis.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manage Software implementations and upgrades.
• Manage Software Licensing.
• Manage Hardware implementation and upgrades.
• Manage IT related outsourcing contracts.
• Manage ERP system Customizations, Automation and Reporting.
• Manage Business Phone Systems.
• Work within designated budget to fulfill the IT needs for the company.
• Troubleshoot downed systems.
• Lead development and implementation processes for the organization's IT systems and department.
• Develop and implement business continuity protocols to minimize disruption to business operations in the event of emergency situations or data loss.
• Establish efficiency and efficacy standards, providing recommendations for improvement of IT infrastructure.
• Analyze IT infrastructure and systems performance to assess operating costs, productivity levels, upgrade requirements, and other metrics and needs.
• Oversee security of systems, networks, and enterprise information.
• Facilitate IT security audits or investigations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external IT vendors and service providers.
• Coordinate multi-site IT systems via enterprise resource planning (ERP).
• Maintain accurate records.
• Train employees as needed on software/technology systems.
• Assist employees in daily computer functions as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Respectful
• Trustworthy
• Ethical Practice
• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to complete reports and records

Supervisory Responsibility

• Hires and trains IT staff.
• Schedules, organizes, and assigns projects to members of the IT team.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This is a primarily office position which requires sitting at a desk most of the day operating a computer. Requires occasional IT installation and troubleshooting on the production floor which will expose the IT Systems Manager to dust, heat, dirt and mist.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. While normal hours of work and days for LeClaire Manufacturing are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., but may vary based on job related requirements.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position other than some local travel in the Quad City area.

Required Education and Experience

• 5 years' experience working in Information Technology
• Expert in IT Systems Management
• Experience with ERP software
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or at least 5 years of comparable experience, required. Master's degree or MBA preferred.

EEO Statement

LeClaire Manufacturing believes in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Our company's success depends on the effective utilization of qualified individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We will not discriminate on the basis of these characteristics in a personnel action including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotions, transfers, demotions, benefits, compensation, discipline, termination and any other conditions or privileges of employment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time to adjust and adapt to the changing needs of the business.