IT Manager

2 months ago


Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States Canadian Solar Inc. Full time
About Canadian Solar Inc.

We are a leading vertically-integrated manufacturer of solar products, delivering high-quality solutions to customers worldwide.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead our IT team and oversee the operation and maintenance of our factory's IT equipment, facilities, and systems.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and Implement IT Strategies: Align IT initiatives with company objectives, including system upgrades, installations, and migrations.
  • Cybersecurity and Data Protection: Implement and maintain robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard company data and systems.
  • Vendor Management: Negotiate and manage relationships with IT vendors and service providers to ensure cost-effective and efficient procurement of IT solutions and services.
  • Team Leadership: Supervise and support the IT team, including hiring, training, and performance management, to ensure effective IT service delivery and project execution.
  • IT Service Delivery: Manage IT service delivery and user support at the manufacturing site, ensuring smooth operations across the American factory.
  • Digital Factory Initiatives: Lead the implementation of digital factory initiatives for new workshops, production lines, or technical innovation projects.
  • Equipment and Software Management: Assist in the installation, debugging, and exception handling of industrial software used in the workshop.
  • Network and Server Management: Monitor the workshop network, dashboards, and servers, ensuring timely troubleshooting and resolution of any exceptions.
  • Training and Documentation: Provide training for workshop users, organize SOPs and Q&A materials, and assist in the management of workshop IT assets.
  • Project Planning and Deployment: Participate in the planning, documentation, and deployment of new IT projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Requirements:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, Information Technology, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
  • Experience: Over 7 years of corporate IT experience, with at least 3 years in team management. Experience in manufacturing/quality/warehousing logistics IT projects is preferred.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in multi-server network environments, LAN/WAN, Fiber optic and Cisco/HP networking, MS Exchange Server, MS SQL, VMware Vsphere/Microsoft HyperV, IBM AS/400, and Thin client multi-user applications.
  • Language Skills: Fluent in both Chinese and English, suitable for use as working languages.
  • Soft Skills: Strong communication abilities, exceptional analytical skills, and adaptability to handle work pressure and provide excellent service.
What We Offer:

We offer a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes a 401(k) Retirement Plan, medical/life/disability program, PTO and sick days.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.