Manager, Information Technology Operations/Plant Technology

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Job Description:

Position Summary

This position is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and support of IT and operation technology systems across our operations and production facilities. As a key liaison between the Andersons Information Services and operations teams, the Operations Technology Manager will ensure seamless integration of technology solutions that optimize production efficiency, security, and compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support IT systems across plant production environments, ensuring agreed to levels of uptime and reliability

• Lead IT strategy and execution by developing technology roadmaps, overseeing system upgrades, and implementing solutions that align with the company’s operational goals

• Collaborate with business units to define key priorities, troubleshoot technical issues, and support production-related IT challenges, minimizing disruptions to operations

• Ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements, including monitoring operations technology systems for vulnerabilities and coordinating regular security audits and disaster recovery tests

• Coordinate vendor relationships for solutions, negotiating contracts, and evaluating services to optimize costs and performance

• Oversee technology projects, including system migrations, technology rollouts, and the integration of new IT platforms, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment to budget

• Develop and monitor performance metrics for IT systems, track system performance, and implement improvements for increased efficiency and reliability

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Manages professional employees and/or supervisors or supervises large, complex technical or business support or production operations team(s)

• Is accountable for the performance and results of a team within own discipline or function

• Adapts departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operations challenges

• Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and business plan; receives guidance from senior managers

• Provides technical guidance to employees, colleagues and/or customers

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required

• 5-7 years of management experience in operational technology discipline required

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software 

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer 

• 10-20% travel may be required

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not include all responsibilities and skills required of the job and may be changed at any time. All responsibilities must be completed in compliance with all safety protocols, policies, procedures and consistent with the spirit and philosophy of The Andersons’ Statement of Principles. 

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. The Andersons, Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace. The Andersons, Inc. is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

Note: The Andersons, Inc. conducts drug, alcohol and/or medical testing of applicants and employees based on type of position. A copy of our testing policy is available by contacting the HR Department at talentacquisition@andersonsinc.com.

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