What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Supervisor position at WESTPORT AXLE CO., LLC?
Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successfull and opportunities to grow? Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains. Universal has immediate career opportunities in your area. Apply today to become part of the Universal team! WESTPORT AXLE CO, a subsidiary of Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. is a leading transportation and third-party logistics provider (3PL) that offers a broad scope of services throughout the entire supply chain. Westport's experienced management team, with its state-of-the-art technology, provides customized logistics solutions to its customers resulting in proven efficiencies and savings. The IT Supervisor supports all technology operations for Westport Axle’s Louisville facility, ensuring system reliability, security, and efficiency across production, logistics, and office environments. This role provides hands-on technical leadership, supervises local IT support, and coordinates with Universal’s corporate IT team to align systems and standards. Key Responsibilities Lead daily IT operations, provide technical guidance, and oversee local IT staff and vendors. Maintain network, server, and end-user systems to ensure uptime and security compliance. Manage user access, helpdesk requests, and technology assets across the site. Support production floor technology, ERP connectivity, and data accuracy initiatives. Execute local IT projects, upgrades, and process improvements. Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and data protection policies. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience). 3–5 years of IT experience; 1 years in a lead or supervisory role. Strong knowledge of networking, Windows Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365. Experience in manufacturing or logistics environments preferred. Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills. Universal is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions throughout the United States, Mexico, Canada, and Colombia. We provide our customers with supply chain solutions that can be scaled to meet their changing demands and volumes. Our full-service supply chain solutions include transportation, intermodal, drayage, contracted logistics, and global trade management.