It Manager – Enterprise Manufacturing Operations & Shopfloor

Freightliner Trucks

Fort Mill, SC, US
Base: $128,000 - $164,000 usd; bonus: annual varia...
Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote)
8+ years it experience in manufacturing
3+ years group leadership experience
Manufacturing execution systems (mes) implementation
Freightliner Trucks is seeking an IT Manager for their Enterprise Manufacturing Operations & Shopfloor in Fort Mill, SC. The ideal candidate will lead IT initiatives across manufacturing systems, driving digital transformation while managing cross-functional teams in a hybrid work environment

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading the vision, strategy, and implementation of a comprehensive IT portfolio covering Manufacturing and Shopfloor Systems.
  • The position offers a starting salary range of $128,000 to $164,000 USD along with benefits including up to 8% 401k match and 8 weeks paid parental leave.
  • Candidates must demonstrate exceptional leadership qualities, strategic insight, and the ability to manage geographically distributed teams within the automotive industry.

Matching Summary

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Freightliner Trucks is seeking an IT Manager for their Enterprise Manufacturing Operations & Shopfloor in Fort Mill, SC. The ideal candidate will lead IT initiatives across manufacturing systems, driving digital transformation while managing cross-functional teams in a hybrid work environment.

Salary

Base: $128,000 - $164,000 USD; Bonus: Annual variable pay bonus program; Benefits: 401k match up to 8%, 4 weeks vacation, 8 weeks parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years IT experience in manufacturing
  • 3+ years group leadership experience
  • Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) implementation
  • ITIL and Service Management framework proficiency
  • Budget and business case management ownership

Nice-to-have

  • Global business environment experience
  • Bilingual English/Spanish capability
  • Agile software development methodology familiarity
  • Enterprise software management leadership
  • Cloud-based platform delivery experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related discipline
  • Minimum 8 years relevant experience in Digitalization Initiatives
  • At least 3 years in group leadership or supervisory roles
  • Proven track record managing medium-to-large scale IT project implementations
  • Proficient in ITIL and IT Service Management framework

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the US

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