Lead IT Specialist

The Lead IT Specialist is the primary on-site contact for all IT systems supporting our pork-processing facility. You will supervise the local IT team, coordinate with Corporate IT, and ensure the reliable operation of production-critical technologies. (weighing, labeling, traceability, stun, QA, shipping, maintenance, PCs, printers, and core network infrastructure).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leadership & Oversight

– Assign daily tasks, set priorities, and design shift schedules that maximize coverage while controlling overtime.

– Mentor, coach, and train IT Specialists; document and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

– Participate in recruiting and onboarding to build a cohesive, high-performance team.

• Systems Support & Improvement

– Coordinate implementation of new technologies and plant start-ups with Corporate IT.

– Lead root-cause investigations for IT incidents and drive preventive actions.

– Evaluate existing solutions, recommend upgrades, and provide regular feedback to Corporate IT.

• Operational Execution

– Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain PCs, printers, network gear, and industrial IT equipment.

– Oversee contractors and vendors performing IT-related work on-site.

– Maintain accurate documentation of infrastructure, wiring, and configurations.

• Other Duties

– Perform additional tasks or projects as assigned to support plant operations.

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