Operational Technology Leader

Strivector Corp is a National Recruiting and Staffing agency established in 2012 and headquartered in Austin, Texas. We are a preferred partner for several Fortune 500 companies nationwide. Strivector has been consistently rated a rare 4.6/5 on Google, Indeed and Glassdoor by our candidates, customers, employees and contractors.

Elevate your professional journey with us. Strivector’s premier client (a well-known market leader in their space) is hiring for the following full-time direct hire position.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As an Operational Technology Leader your roles and responsibilities will include:

The Operational Technology Leader will lead manufacturing automation, plant-floor systems, and industrial network infrastructure. This role is responsible for driving digital manufacturing initiatives, integrating automation and data systems, maintaining OT cybersecurity, and improving plant performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing technology and automation projects involving PLCs, instrumentation, plant-floor systems, and industrial networking.
• Program and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs and develop HMI screens.
• Manage Wonderware/AVEVA systems, including Archestra, InTouch, and MES.
• Use Microsoft SQL Server for manufacturing data management, acquisition, and analytics.
• Maintain OT network infrastructure and ensure industrial control system cybersecurity.
• Supervise OT personnel and coordinate with plant leadership, engineering, IT, and global manufacturing teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve automation, reliability, efficiency, and cost savings.
• Apply Factory Performance & Reliability (FP&R) tools and operational excellence practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Most importantly, you need to be a passionate Operational Technology Leader who enjoys his work and is considered to be one of the best within your organization. The ideal Operational Technology Leader would be someone with deep experience in many (if not all) of the following:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
• At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing plant-floor systems, automation controls, and system integration.
• Demonstrated expertise in Allen-Bradley PLCs.
• Experience with Wonderware, including Archestra, MES, and InTouch.
• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server.
• Previous people leadership experience or experience managing internal/external technical resources.

Preferred Qualifications

• Consumer packaged goods (CPG) or pet food manufacturing experience.
• Advanced knowledge of AVEVA System Platform or similar MES/SCADA systems and ERP integration.
• Strong Microsoft SQL Server skills.
• IT/OT network design experience, including Cisco and Industrial Ethernet.
• Knowledge of industrial control system cybersecurity.
• Familiarity with FP&R and operational excellence metrics.

We understand that even if you are a seasoned Operational Technology Leader you may not have all the skills listed here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Compensation

Based on Experience. One of the best in the industry

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field.

Minimum Experience

At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing plant-floor systems, automation controls, and system integration.

Type of position

Full-time Permanent position with benefits

Location

Washington Court House, Ohio

Remote / Hybrid

No

Relocation accepted

Yes, Full relocation benefits are provided