IT Plant Manager

Blue Chip Talent, in partnership with a manufacturing organization, is seeking a skilled IT Plant Manager. This role is responsible for leading plant-level IT operations, supporting manufacturing and business systems, and ensuring the reliability of infrastructure and end-user technology. The IT Plant Manager serves as a key member of the site leadership team and helps drive operational excellence through technology initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Job Duties

• Manage daily IT operations and support activities within the manufacturing facility
• Oversee plant-level IT infrastructure, software, hardware, telecommunications, and network services
• Supervise and develop onsite IT support personnel
• Manage relationships with third-party vendors providing maintenance and technical services
• Participate in planning, forecasting, and monitoring IT budgets and expenditures
• Coordinate hardware and software deployments in alignment with corporate standards
• Support provisioning, maintenance, and lifecycle management of end-user devices
• Develop and execute technology plans that align with operational and organizational objectives

Skills Required:

• 6+ years of experience in a IT Plant Manager role
• 6+ years of experience developing and executing strategic technology plans
• 4+ years of experience leading cross-functional projects and initiatives
• 4+ years of experience managing departmental budget
• Experience supporting VMware infrastructure
• Experience supporting PC, server, RF, printing, and network storage technologies
• Strong knowledge of networking concepts and infrastructure
• Experience utilizing backup and recovery technologies for troubleshooting and system support
• Experience with enterprise IT tools and technologies
• Experience supporting IT environments within automotive manufacturing
• Experience with ERP platforms such as Plex or similar manufacturing ERP systems
• Experience supporting Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Knowledge of plant-floor applications and industrial network environments
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations technology and production systems
• Familiarity with enterprise infrastructure standards and governance practices

Blue Chip Talent is an award-winning and woman-owned talent solutions provider based out of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. For over 30 years, we’ve specialized in IT, Engineering, and Professional Services staffing—now serving clients in 37 states and counting. We connect the market's elite talent with top employers, pairing exceptional white-glove service with proven hiring results to drive innovation and fuel growth.

We offer industry-leading benefits options and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values merit-based recruitment centered around technical ability, skillset, and alignment with our employing partners.