Director of Information Technology – Manufacturing (ID:47306)

This is a rare opportunity to step into a true leadership role while staying hands-on with technology. If you thrive in small teams, love building structure from the ground up, and want to make an immediate impact in a regulated manufacturing environment, this role is for you.

Code: 47306

Posted: 2025-09-23

Category: Executive Leadership

A growing, privately backed manufacturing organization is seeking a hands-on IT Director to bring structure, accountability, and strategic direction to its technology operations. This highly visible role requires a hands-on leader who can balance tactical IT support with long-term planning, while ensuring compliance in a regulated environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in manufacturing technology, a thorough understanding of industry regulations, and the confidence to work closely with executive leadership, board members, and external clients.

Worksite Location: On-site position in Eden Prairie, MN.

Pay Range: $130-160K + 10-20% bonus potential.

Benefits:

401(k) with Company Match
Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA,
Company-paid life insurance, short-term/long-term disability
Generous PTO, paid holidays

Roles & Responsibilities:

Define IT priorities that align with organizational goals and transformation initiatives.
Establish policies, procedures, and best practices appropriate for a small, compliance-driven business.
Oversee IT budgets, vendor relationships, and licensing to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Deliver executive reporting on IT performance, risk posture, and key technology initiatives.
Lead regulatory compliance efforts (e.g., CMMC, NIST, ITAR).
Manage digital and physical Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Oversee audit logs, baseline configurations, and risk assessments while promoting employee cybersecurity training.
Ensure software approval processes, access controls, and security policies are enforced consistently.
Provide hands-on troubleshooting for servers, PCs, Microsoft Office, and business applications.
Administer Windows Server, Active Directory, and user account management.
Manage system backups, updates, 2FA tokens, and diagnostic logs to ensure uptime and security.
Oversee hardware/software provisioning, system upgrades, and network stability.
Support database development and reporting (Microsoft Access, SQL).
Maintain network and firewall operations, with exposure to Fortigate and managed switches.
Provide infrastructure support for manufacturing floor systems and electronics as needed.

Required Skills & Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience/certifications.
Proven IT leadership experience in manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or other regulated industries.
Hands-on technical expertise with:
Windows 10/11, Windows Server, Active Directory
Microsoft Office Suite
Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as CMMC, NIST, or ITAR.
Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to support end users in both office and production settings. U.S. Citizenship & the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance are required

Desired Skills:

Proficiency with Microsoft Access/VB development and SQL reporting
Microsoft Exchange administration
Firewall and network switch management (Fortigate or similar)
Experience with Linux systems

About Versique

Versique: /ver-seek/ adj. being both versatile and unique; n. a high-performance recruiting firm specializing in executive leadership search, direct hire, and interim hiring solutions.

Versique Executive, Professional, & Interim Recruiting is a locally owned and operated hiring and placement firm based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. With specialized practice areas across our three divisions, Versique delivers tailored expertise to a wide range of industries. What sets us apart is our team of recruiters—seasoned professionals who have worked in the very fields they now hire for, providing unmatched industry insight and connections.

We believe people are more than just resumes—they are transformative, unlocking the potential for organizational growth and success.

Versique is proud to be award-winning, earning recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies and the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal's Fast 50 list for 2023. We are also consistently recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace and were named a Best Place to Work in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal.

Let's find your people, together.

Versique is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

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