IT Manager

An Exciting New Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Information Technology (IT) Manager to join our team and lead our IT department. This pivotal role comes with the opportunity to shape our technological landscape, ensuring efficiency, security, and alignment with our business goals. As we embark on this search, we are excited to announce that this position has become available due to the retirement of a valued team member, highlighting our commitment to continuity and growth within our organization. If you are passionate about technology, adept at leading teams, and eager to make a significant impact, we invite you to apply and become a key player in our continued success.

What does Klauer ask of you?
The IT Manager will lead the day-to-day operations of the IT department. This person will play a critical role in overseeing the technological infrastructure, ensuring our systems are efficient, secure, and aligned with our business objectives. The manager will supervise a team of four IT professionals and collaborate with various departments to support and enhance our technological capabilities.

Additional responsibilities will include maintaining a comprehensive infrastructure standard for cloud, voice/​data networks, servers, storage, security, software development, data management, and user accounts. Fostering a culture of operational excellence by establishing efficient procedures, processes and policies. Collaborating closely with key stakeholders across the company to ensure a robust, secure, and cost-effective technology environment.

Essential Functions of the IT Manager 

• Oversee the day-to-day operation and performance of all IT infrastructure components, including servers, networks, storage, security systems, backup platforms; operating systems, virtualization, replication, and utility software; server-based applications and database environments; and all network-attached peripheral devices.
• Lead the administration, enhancement, and support of the ERP system.
• Plans and manages the support of new infrastructure technologies and associated performance and reliability.
• Stays current on emerging IT infrastructure technologies and best practices.
• Participates in the development and implementation of IT strategic initiatives.
• Recruits, retains, develops, and coaches staff.
• Oversee and manage relationships with IT vendors on software, equipment, licenses, services, and subscriptions.
• Coordinate and manage enterprise IT processes for cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning.

What can you expect from Klauer Manufacturing?

• You can expect to feel part of the Klauer Manufacturing family, which is inclusive, regardless of gender, background, disability, or status. We offer a generous benefits package for all team members, including work-hour flexibility, health, vision, dental, company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) retirement plan, 10 paid holidays, 3 weeks’ vacation, paid funeral leave, and paid jury duty.

The Ideal Candidate:
Klauer seeks solutions-oriented candidates to implement company strategy and objectives within their department. The goal is to promote cultural values and persevere through obstacles to achieve winning results for Klauer and its customers. The IT Manager possesses the qualifications and characteristics listed below: 

• Logical thinking with mature interpersonal skills and well-developed verbal and written capabilities.
• Understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, including sourcing, costing, supply planning, purchasing, manufacturing, quality management, and logistics
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT management, preferably in the manufacturing sector.
• Experience with Microsoft SQL.
• Experience with Sage X3 a plus.
• BA Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Ability to execute tactical issues while keeping the broader picture intact.
• Ability to prioritize work and exercise good judgment while managing multiple tasks involved in support, administration, and project management. 
• Ability to work onsite in Dubuque, IA five days a week.

Required Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT management, preferably in the manufacturing sector.

Required Education: BA Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Consideration will be given to those with equivalent experience.

Physical Demands:

Extended periods of sitting at a desk while working on a computer or attending meetings. Regular use of hands and fingers to type on a keyboard, operate a mouse, perform other computer-related tasks, and manipulate small objects. Ability to view computer screens for extended periods and differentiate colors, fonts, and details on the screen. Occasional lifting weighing up to 25 pounds. Ability to reach for items stored in cabinets or on shelves above or below desk level. Ability to hear and speak clearly for communication purposes, both in person and over the phone. Ability to move within the office space, including walking to different areas, standing for short periods, and navigating around furniture and equipment. Endurance to maintain focus and productivity during regular working hours. Maintaining proper posture to prevent strain or injury, including adjusting chair and monitor heights for ergonomic comfort.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Iowa Civil Rights Commission Chapter 216, it is the policy of Klauer Manufacturing to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for Klauer Manufacturing Company. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Department.

Who is Klauer Manufacturing Company?

Founded in 1870, Klauer was built on hard work, quality products and service. Our mission is to enable our customers in the building products industry to win through the quality, consistency, and predictability of everything we do. We have three locations in Dubuque, IA, where our goal is to provide our employees with a safe and family-oriented work environment for our employees. As a team, we maintain our mission through our cultural values and company priorities: safety, attitude, effort, and accountability.