DEVOPS MANAGER

This role bridges the development and application support teams to accelerate software delivery through Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment Automation (CI/CD automation), infrastructure as code, proactive monitoring, and scalable cloud deployments. The DevOps Manager leads performance optimization and continuous improvement initiatives while overseeing comprehensive application support, including incident response, production troubleshooting, and stakeholder coordination to ensure rapid resolution.

Responsibilities

• Coach, teach, and supervise assigned personnel.
• Manage effective employee relations, including proactive coaching, development, and resolution of employee issues.
• Provide on-site leadership by building and motivating team members to meet goals while adhering to responsibilities.
• Oversee performance management (hiring, development, discipline, termination) of direct reports in collaboration with Human Resources.
• Build and maintain business relationships across all levels and organizations to track and report on key projects.
• Oversee the complete lifecycle of organizational software assets, from acquisition and implementation to retirement or replacement.
• Manage operational changes such as software upgrades and maintenance activities to minimize service disruption.
• Ensure all software and applications comply with organizational policies and legal regulations.
• Manage relationships with enterprise software vendors and service providers for support and assistance.
• Ensure optimal utilization of software assets and applications to support business needs.
• Provide or coordinate technical support, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to problem resolution related to software applications.
• Manage the provision of technology-based platforms and applications to meet defined organizational needs.
• Plan, identify, control, account for, and audit configuration items (CIs) and their interrelationships.
• Deliver management, technical, and administrative services to support and maintain live applications.
• Lead and manage IT projects, ensuring scope and deliverables are met, and provide regular updates through meetings.
• Drive process improvement initiatives within IT and company-wide.
• Train employees on DevOps and mentor other developers.
• Complete assignments efficiently and on time, applying lessons learned to future efforts.
• Maintain regular, in-person attendance due to the collaborative nature of the role.
• Work overtime as required and travel occasionally (up to 15%) to support remote locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in information technology preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience leading and managing IT teams.
• Strong leadership skills to proactively lead, develop, and coach others.
• Expertise in employee selection, development, and training principles.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of personal electronic devices, network hardware, software, and operating systems; VMware experience preferred.
• Willingness to work irregular hours for infrastructure maintenance or user/system needs.
• Ability to thrive under pressure, manage time effectively, and adapt to a dynamic environment.
• Innovative, self-starter with a goal-oriented mindset, capable of developing creative solutions and continuous improvements.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively, establishing strong relationships across all levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills with mechanical aptitude for effective communication with internal customers.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks/projects in a time-sensitive environment with minimal supervision.
• High ownership, accountability, and problem-solving skills to resolve issues promptly.
• Familiarity with technologies and best practices across multiple platforms.

Pay

Base Compensation Range: $121,990 - $208,667 annually

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 12% of gross annual salary based on company performance.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with low employee premiums
• Free off-site medical clinic
• Company-paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• 401k - Employer match of up to 4.0% for coworker contributions of 8.0% or more
• Company covers tuition costs up to $5,250.00 annually, contingent on course completion and grades
• Paid Time Off and Sick, Family & Parental Paid Time Off
• Ten (10) Paid Holidays
• Four-day work weeks, varied shifts, and flexible remote work options depending on position
• Career progression program for advancement
• Free in-house welding, grinding & machine operation school
• In-house training program

Schedule

• Maintain regular, in-person attendance due to the collaborative nature of the role.
• Frequent presence on the manufacturing floor as well as field operations.
• Exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, noise, and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures.
• Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers, and filing cabinets, etc.).
• Professional office environment with some time spent in a manufacturing shop.