IT Manager - Manufacturing Systems, ERP & Infrastructure

Country

United States of America

State / County

California

City

Santa Ana

Division

Fasteners

Company

Cherry

Function

Information Technology

Workplace Type

On-Site

Position type

Full Time

Opportunity ID

21892

Job Description

Position Overview

The IT Manager is responsible for leading site-level information technology services that enable manufacturing operations, enterprise systems, and regulatory compliance. This role ensures that IT infrastructure, ERP platforms, and production-supporting technologies operate reliably, securely, and in alignment with corporate standards.


The position plays a key role in manufacturing support, ERP implementation and migration efforts, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, partnering closely with Operations, Finance, Engineering, Quality, and Corporate IT. Due to the production-critical nature of the role, this position requires a consistent onsite presence.

Key Responsibilities - IT & Manufacturing Support

• Lead day-to-day IT operations supporting manufacturing and business functions.

• Provide onsite support for production-critical systems and plant-floor technologies.

• Ensure availability, reliability, and performance of manufacturing-supporting IT systems.

• Partner with Operations and Engineering on automation, data collection, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Act as escalation point for IT issues impacting production, shipping, or business operations.

ERP Systems & Business Applications

• Support ERP implementation, migration, upgrades, and ongoing operations.

• Coordinate ERP testing, go-live, and post-implementation stabilization activities.

• Ensure ERP systems properly support manufacturing, inventory, and financial processes.

• Support ERP integrations with manufacturing, shop-floor, and reporting systems.

Compliance, Cybersecurity & SOX

• Execute and maintain IT controls in support of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.

• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and evidence.

• Ensure adherence to corporate cybersecurity, access control, and change management standards.

Infrastructure & Operations

• Oversee onsite IT infrastructure including networks, servers, endpoints, and shop-floor devices.

• Ensure systems meet uptime, performance, and security requirements.

• Support disaster recovery and business continuity planning and testing.

Leadership & Vendor Management

• Lead and develop onsite IT staff and contractors.

• Coordinate with corporate IT teams and external vendors.

• Manage IT vendors and support services aligned with site needs and budget.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Business Systems, or equivalent experience.

• 7+ years of progressive IT experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Prior experience in an IT leadership or supervisory role.

• Experience supporting ERP systems, including implementation or migration activities.

• Working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) IT controls.

• Ability to work onsite in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or regulated industries.

• Experience supporting operational technology (OT) or plant-floor systems.

• Exposure to IoT, Industry 4.0, or smart manufacturing initiatives.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $141,000 to $170000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 2X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.


This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.