Assistant IT Manager - Guymon, OK

Assistant IT Manager GUY-12159 Guymon, Oklahoma Apply for this job now Job Description YOUR OPPORTUNITY We have an exciting Assistant IT Manager opportunity in our Guymon, OK plant. The Assistant IT Manager is a leadership role that provides technical support services involving software applications, servers, personal computers, LANs, WANs and AS/400 connectivity. Must maintain a working knowledge of current systems and applications software as well as Seaboard Foods policies and procedures and develop and maintain a collaborative relationship with suppliers and customers of information technology. This position is a leadership role along with the IT Manager is responsible for guidance and support of other department staff. May require work at remote locations as needed. The successful person brings a can-do attitude and positive energy every day and is prepared to communicate with all levels of employees. ABOUT US At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30 countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our renewable gas projects on our farms creating renewable energy. Owned by Seaboard Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, and nominated as one of the "Best Places to Work" by Kansas City's Business Journal, we have a dynamic culture where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead team in design, install, configure, and troubleshoot IT and technical systems as directed Ensure team provides superior help desk support for related systems through tickets or phone - some after-hours support required Ensure team maintains basic business devices, mobile phones, tablets, scanners, copiers, printers, fax, etc Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical, diagram, written and/or verbal form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables Assist Information Services team with local and remote Microsoft Windows support Coordinate with staff at various levels within the Company and with vendors and consultants as directed and act as backup to IT Manager as needed Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions Lead, mentor and train department employees Provide after-hours support and project work as needed Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, trainees and the general public Work with various teams in support of business and Information Technology projects Read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations Knowledge of current business practices and accounting principles used within the Pork Industry Other related duties as needed CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results. CRITICAL COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE: tech savvy, customer focus, decision making quality, resourcefulness, interpersonal savvy, self-development and situational adaptability. QUALIFICATIONS (Please specify Required v. Preferred) Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or technical degree preferred 7 years in an IT support and troubleshooting role or equivalent training Thorough understanding of MS Windows, Server, M365 suite of products and other common user software Ability to work with/troubleshoot printers, scanners, tablets, PBX and PLC equipment Basic understanding of networking, DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, VPN and Wifi Thorough understanding of electronics, PLC's and similar equipment Microsoft SQL experience preferred Excellent troubleshooting and documentation skills Excellent written and verbal communications skills Self-directed with the ability to work independently Ability to work A, B or C shift Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and on occasion, 100 pounds WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds , and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds . Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Primarily an office environment with some need to work in the field. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is dependent on which environment you are in The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. After-hours, weekends, and overnight travel as requested. WHY SEABOARD FOODS? Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire 401K with company match Paid Time Off & Company Holidays Wellness Program Tuition reimbursement Employee pork purchase program For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site: https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/ Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans' status, status as a disabled individual, or any other status protected by law.