Director of Information Technology

Foxconn EV System LLC

Job Description – Director of Information Technology

FSLA Status:                Exempt

Location:                      Lordstown, OH

Reports To:                 Plant Manager

Direct Reports:            IT Network Analyst, MES Analyst, Systems Engineers

Primary Function:        As the Director of IT you will continue building a high-performance IT Team, work to execute our current SAP implementation, identify and eliminate security risks as well as design and administer new IT strategies and infrastructures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop strategy as it relates to the organization’s IT Infrastructure. 
• Provide direction, guidance, and training to IT Staff.
• Create processes and standards for selection, implementation, and support of systems. 
• Develop, manage, and track the IT department’s annual budget.
• Ensure that IT and network infrastructure adequately supports the company’s computing and communication needs. 
• Communicates goals, projects, and timelines of the company to the department. 
• Identifies new IT developments and technologies, anticipates organizational modification. 
• Collaboration with other member of Leadership to identify ways IT can assist the company in achieving business and financial goals.  
• Conduct performance evaluations in a timely and constructive manner. 
• Oversees security of systems, networks, and enterprise information. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or other related field. 

Required Experience

• 7 years of experience working in IT operations, supervising technology teams, and overseeing large information technology projects.

Required Competencies

• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Cultivates Innovation - Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
• Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Drives Vision & Purpose - Painting a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action.
• Strategic Mindset - Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.

Requires Skills/Licenses/Certifications

• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and presentation) 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Excellent ability to conceptualize long-term business goals and develop orderly processes to accomplish those goals.
• Excellent managerial skills.
• Thorough understanding of information technology and information technology systems.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Number of hours a team member working in this position must:   

Stand    1 – 2 hours 

Walk      1 – 2 hours 

Sit           4 – 5 hours 

• Maximum weight limit & frequency that this position generally requires a team member to LIFT/CARRY: 

Lift/Carry              Frequency 

0 – 10 lbs.           1 – 3  hours 

10 – 25 lbs.          <1  hours   

 25 – 45 lbs.        < 1 hours

45 lbs.                0  hours 

• Frequency with which a team member working in this position performs the following activities: 

Safety 

Must embrace Safety as a personal best practice by adhering to all safe work practices and following all applicable rules and regulations. 100% participation in Safety training activities is required.

EEOC Statement

Foxconn is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Foxconn prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetics, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal law. In addition to federal law requirements, Foxconn complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.