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Director of Digital Transformation & Technology

@ World Class Industries
Hiawatha, Iowa, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:leading teams, managing infrastructure, driving transformation
Requirements Summary:Bachelor's in IT/CS or related,10+ years senior IT leadership (manufacturing preferred),knowledge of IoT, AI and automation,project management,strategic planning,and strong analytical skills.
Technical Tools Mentioned:IoT, AI, automation
Job Description
Description

WCI is committed to building a championship culture centered around caring, learning, and results that provides the benefits of a small family-owned company where each WCI’er is appreciated, able to make a difference, and work as a team. We are looking for new talent to join our IT team! We are looking for individuals who align with our core values:

  • Agile
  • Genuine
  • Team Driven 

We offer:

  • Individual medical coverage to our team members at no cost! Family plans are also available with a portion paid by team members
  • Annual profit-sharing bonus
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • 401K with company match and safe harbor contributions
  • Work environment focused on high quality and safety standards

What you’ll be doing:

  • Developing and implementing a comprehensive digital transformation strategy aligned with the company's business objectives
  • Identifying opportunities for process automation and digital innovation to enhance operational efficiency
  • Leading cross-functional teams to execute digital projects and initiatives
  • Overseeing the IT department, ensuring robust and secure IT infrastructure while fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation
  • Staying abreast of emerging technologies and assess their potential impact on the company.
  • Ensuring the scalability and security of the company’s digital platforms and services
  • Planning, executing, and monitoring digitalization projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget
  • Collaborating with stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables
  • Implementing data governance frameworks and ensure the integrity, security, and availability of data
  • Utilizing data analytics to drive decision-making and improve business outcomes
  • Managing relationships with external technology vendors and service providers
  • Collaborating with internal stakeholders to align technology initiatives with business needs
  • Developing and managing the technology budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources
  • Evaluating and approving technology investments and expenditures

WCI has grown from $50M in annual sales to more than $375M in the last 10 years. During the same period, we have added 5 new locations bringing the total up to 9, including 1 located internationally. That growth has provided an opportunity to further expand our vision with our customers and increase our capacities.



Requirements

What we are looking for:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field 
  • Proven experience as a senior IT leadership role, preferably in a manufacturing environment with 10+ years experience
  • Strong understanding of digital transformation principles and technologies (e.g., IoT, AI, automation). 
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills. 
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Long term strategic thinker and planner
  • Ability to lead and influence others