Responsibilities

Responsible for support of the Semblex core business systems (i.e. ERP, databases, etc.).
Responsible for planning, budgeting and tracking of capital investments related to IT technology and systems.
Responsible for the identification, assessment, planning and implementation of the organization’s current and future technology needs.
Plan, lead, coordinate and execute information technology implementations. Manage and oversee proposals, projects and related budgets on I.T. related contractors/consultants.
Oversee and manage cybersecurity strategy, systems, and operation to protect the organization and operations against network vulnerabilities and threats.
Provide support to all departments with annual planning activities (i.e. standard cost rolls, royalty reporting, sales forecasts, budget planning, etc.) as outlined by I.T. Director.
Participate in annual strategic planning activities and annual business planning process.
Conduct annual performance reviews, career development plans, and team objectives for the I.T. staff.
Provide I.T support for IATF audit, TISAX label certification and customer specific requirements as it pertains to I.T.
Act as back-up support for I.T team members as it relates to enterprise systems, EDI, ERP, network and infrastructure issues.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline
10+ years in an information technology support function
Technical communication, EDI experience, network experience, helpdesk experience, command of Microsoft products, knowledge of IBM midrange systems, knowledge of ERP systems.

Desired Qualifications:Master’s degree in computer science or related discipline

Epicor/CMS and/or PLEX (ERP experience)
Experience with developing and monitoring department budget, general business acumen.
Manufacturing and automotive industry experience.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Manage up to four direct reports

Physical Requirements:

Physical requirements include: Lifting up to 20 pounds on occasion to handle computer hardware. May include kneeling, twisting, and maneuvering into difficult areas for purpose of hardware re-alignment or repair.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a typical office environment 95% of the time.
May require some weekend and evening work.

Application Process:

We are seeking to connect directly with candidates for this role. Please submit your application and resume through Indeed or on our company’s careers page at www.semblex.com.

We kindly ask that staffing agencies and third-party recruiters refrain from reaching out or submitting candidates for this position.

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Experience:

ERP systems: 10 years (Required)
System IBM midrange systems: 10 years (Required)
EDI (Electronic Data Interchange): 10 years (Required)
Microsoft Suites: 10 years (Required)
IT Management: 10 years (Required)
Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Elmhurst, IL 60126 (Required)
Work Location: In person

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