Plant IT Manager - Ohio Assembly Plant

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The Plant IT Manager at OHAP is responsible for all IT applications and services on‑site, including planning, implementation and support of all IT systems and physical infrastructure. This position requires a solid working knowledge of Windows server, Server hardware support, Windows Client support, Help desk, Cisco Network support, project management and superb people skills. OHAP runs a multiple‑shift operation building Ford Super Duty chassis‑cab trucks and E‑Series cutaway and stripped‑chassis vans as well as F‑650/750 Medium Duty Trucks.

The demanding and highly visible position requires strong leadership and technical skills, off‑hour, weekend, and holiday coverage as required by the business needs.

“Run and Protect” all IT services at the site, including data centers, network equipment, servers, PCs, mobile devices, and applications. These devices include UPS, Power Distribution Units, fire alarm systems, Cisco switches/routers, load balancers, access points, locate sensors, Windows/Linux servers, ESX servers, Windows/Mac OS devices, DXDs, Process Control Boards, Cisco IP/iphone/android phones along with off the shelf, Ford, and some local applications.

Support plant floor equipment throughout the facility (plant floor, overhead conveyors, in steel), outbuildings and in remote lots where applicable.

Align plant and business for production changes/updates/outages. Ensure parties understand timing/impact.

Support major business and IT initiatives such as New Model Program launches, hardware/infrastructure/application upgrades, facility changes, IIOT and end user productivity launches. Develop plans to meet critical timing, rollout/rollback/contingency plans and minimize any impact to production

• Wireless networks and ability to assist in troubleshooting WiFi/Bluetooth issues.
• Plant networks: OA, MPN and CPN.
• ACLs and PLCs.
• Virus protection software:
  Symantec, Fire Eye, and Data Center Security
• SharePoint to manage and assist plant with sites and to ensure security compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related OR a combination of education and experience.
• 7+ years of overall IT experience.
  • Strong understanding of IT systems and be comfortable working with a variety of hardware and software applications.
  • Participate in cyber security initiatives including remediation of cyber issues
  • Functional Business Knowledge of Manufacturing, MP&L, IT
  • Ability to quickly learn new technologies and applications and adjust to business needs
  • Motivated self-starter
  • Identifying, investigating & solving problems without supervision
• 3+ years of IT leadership experience.
  • Manage development of self and team, including technical, leadership skill development and goal setting, and building team succession plans
  • Create and cultivate a safe and inclusive environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels (LL+ to PS) within IT, business, vendors, and union‑represented resources.
  • Possess strong interpersonal skills,…