IT Manager

Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland's culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Wieland is hiring a IT Manager. The IT Manager will design, specify, maintain, and enhance business application systems that deliver accurate and reliable data, execute daily business transactions, and provide business users and management with the necessary tools to make informed business decisions. This role is located in Duncansville, PA and will be fully on-site.

IT Manager Responsibilities:

Learn, maintain, and support WSTP's ERP system to ensure accurate business transactions and reporting.
• This custom-made ERP system is built on a Cobol platform.
• It incorporates additional software for graphical screen design and printing overlays.
• Primary software platforms include COBOL, Microsoft Access, Sage 500, and BizNet for financial reporting.
• A small amount of vb.net and C# is needed to maintain applications, and this role will coordinate a third-party EDI provider as needed.
• Learn and maintain interfaces between these various systems.
• Provide end-user system support and training.
• Maintain nightly, monthly, and year-end job schedules.
• Develop subject matter expertise to ultimately lead our ERP migration to SAP in 3-5 years.
• Be ready with complete and accurate knowledge regarding raw material receiving, operations transactions, inventory moves, shipping, invoicing, and reporting requirements.
• Be prepared to effectively guide the team to recognize gaps in support from the old system to the new and to implement complete solutions.
• Develop subject matter expertise in our new SAP environment to act as a key power user and lead our digitization efforts.
• Act as local key user for our SAP and MES system and provide guidance to users in the organization.
• This includes using PowerBI and other supplemental software to develop user-friendly reporting for the management team.
• Drive automation initiatives in close collaboration with operations, suppliers and Wieland corporate functions.
• Drive data analysis to improve business performance.
• Understand the business process in order to maintain reliable and accurate business applications (regardless of software).
• Build and maintain key professional relationships with all end-users to gather, evaluate, and best apply the information to support the business process

IT Manager Qualifications:

• Proficiencies with the software platforms mentioned above are a clear advantage.
• Considering the life cycles associated with said legacy software, proficiency is not a requirement. Ability to learn, document, and apply said knowledge is a must.
• A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, management information systems, or an equivalent level of experience.
• 3 + years' experience in application programming/system design
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes is a plus
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• The candidate should be self-motivated/driven and be able to spread enthusiasm for improvement initiatives.
• Leadership, influence, listening, communication, and ability to teach problem-solving skills are essential.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal communication skills and organization skills. Must be able to prepare and deliver presentations regarding project results.

Joining Wieland's team gives you...

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs - Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.