Vice President, Information Technology

This position can be based out of our Ontario, California OR Catawba, South Carolina locations

Position Focus & Opportunity

Role Summary:  The VP, Information Technology will provide leadership to the IT team, while overseeing the planning, development, implementation, maintenance, and security of the company's information systems and processes.

What You'll Do:

• Establishes IT goals and meets established timelines and budgets for projects
• Recommends and executes upgrades and systems for purchase
• Oversees implementation and integration of Information Technology systems
• Ensures security of all information, systems, and digital data
• Proactively troubleshoots and finds solutions for systems issues
• Manages IT staff and makes sure internal and external user needs are being met, while maintaining the integrity of information security
• Ensures adherence to government regulations and guidelines for technological systems and safeguarding of data
• Analyzes system usage and processes to determine how to optimize return on investment, improve Information Technology systems, and foster business growth
• Researches and forecasts emerging computing trends
• Integrates new software and platforms into existing computer systems to ensure that technology is optimized
• Develops and maintains IT budget
• Establishes maintenance checks and other technology vendors and negotiates services and contracts
• Develops training documents for systems users, including info graphics, slide shows, and video tutorials
• Communicates technology needs and strategy to fellow members of executive team

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, or a related field
• Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate employees at all levels
• A strategic thinker with the ability to asses processes and find ways to make them better
• Passion for IT, strong focus on delivering excellence and client service
• High emotional intelligence and business and financially savvy
• Change management experience
• Experience designing and developing IT systems
• Understanding of data analysis, business principles, and operations
• User focus
• Leadership and team building skills
• Familiarity with technology and platforms such as:
• Microsoft 365/Fabric
• Elixer - MES Systems
• IBM Maximo
• Amtech - Box making ERP
• Strong problem solving, research and analytical capabilities
• Ability to improvise and adapt
• Strong leadership, management, and mentoring skills
• Knowledge of containerboard or packaging is a plus
• Effective organization skills
• Proven experience managing projects
• Interpersonal skills
• Big-picture thinking
• High level of integrity and trustworthiness while maintaining confidential data

Who is New-Indy Containerboard?

• Founded in 2012, New-Indy Containerboard is a joint venture of two successful, privately held companies, the Kraft Group (Boston) and Schwarz Partners (Indianapolis).
• We are a manufacturer of and supplier of containerboard and packaging.
• With 2,200 employees from Southern California to the coasts of the Carolinas, New-Indy plays an integral role in the everyday lives of people across the country and around the world through its innovative packaging solutions to serve the needs of every customer.
• We operate in 8 U.S. states and in Mexico, with 4 paper mills and 3 packaging companies.
• New-Indy has experienced substantial growth through acquisition. Since 2012, we have a growth rate of almost 1,000% and are not slowing down!
• We focus on environmentally conscious manufacturing processes and facilities including 100% recycled fiber, co-generation power plants and waste-water treatment capabilities.
• Visit our website at www.newindycontainerboard.com
• Follow us on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/new-indy-containerboard-llc/mycompany/

Does this sound good to you? If so, great! Click the link to apply for the position. We look forward to hearing from you!