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IT Manager
- Access Dubuque (Dubuque, IA)
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IT Manager
Klauer Manufacturing Company
1 Positions
ID: 80564
Posted On 08/19/2025
Job Overview
Job Description:
Klauer Manufacturing is seeking a hands-on IT Manager to lead our technology team through the next phase of our Sage X3 ERP implementation and ongoing IT modernization. This opening follows the retirement of our long-tenured IT leader, creating an opportunity for someone ready to roll up their sleeves, tackle challenges directly, and ensure our systems are optimized and fully support the business. The role will also be responsible for identifying and implementing technology solutions that position Klauer for future growth, ensuring our IT infrastructure evolves to meet long-term goals.
Key Responsibilities
+ Lead and actively participate in the day-to-day operation of IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, storage, cybersecurity, and user support.
+ Take ownership of the Sage X3 ERP system; including support, development, testing, training, and data integrity, along with oversight of the RFGen mobile scanning application to ensure seamless integration and a successful company-wide implementation.
+ Work closely with department leaders to understand business needs and translate them into system functionality and reporting.
+ Manage IT vendors, contracts, and licensing to ensure cost-effective and reliable services.
+ Build and maintain disaster recovery, business continuity, and security practices.
+ Recruit, develop, and coach a team of four IT professionals, setting clear expectations for results.
+ Stay current on new technologies that can improve efficiency, productivity, or security.
+ Identify and evaluate emerging technologies with potential to create long-term business advantage.
+ Drive forward-looking IT initiatives that modernize infrastructure, increase scalability, and position the company for future growth.
+ Serve as a key member of Klauer Manufacturing’s management team, contributing to strategic decision-making and aligning technology initiatives.
Qualifications
+ Minimum 7 years of IT management experience, preferably in manufacturing.
+ Proven track record of being hands-on in system administration, troubleshooting, and implementation.
+ Strong knowledge of Microsoft SQL; experience with Sage X3 is highly preferred.
+ Understanding of business processes such as supply chain, purchasing, manufacturing, and logistics.
+ BA/BS degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
+ Ability to manage multiple priorities, solve problems directly, and deliver results under pressure.
Who is Klauer Manufacturing Company?
Founded in 1870, Klauer was built on hard work, quality products, and service. Our mission is to enable our customers in the building products industry to win through the quality, consistency, and predictability of everything we do. We have three locations in Dubuque, IA, and a location in Texas where our goal is to provide our employees with a safe and family-oriented work environment. As a team, we maintain our mission through our cultural values and company priorities: safety, attitude, effort, and accountability.
What can you expect from Klauer Manufacturing?
You can expect to feel part of the Klauer Manufacturing family, which is inclusive, regardless of gender, background, disability, or status. We offer a generous benefits package for all team members, including health, vision, dental, company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) retirement plan, 10 paid holidays, 3 weeks’ vacation, paid funeral leave, and paid jury duty.
Physical Demands:
Extended periods of sitting at a desk while working on a computer or attending meetings. Regular use of hands and fingers to type on a keyboard, operate a mouse, perform other computer-related tasks, and manipulate small objects. Ability to view computer screens for extended periods and differentiate colors, fonts, and details on the screen. Occasional lifting weighing up to 25 pounds. Ability to reach for items stored in cabinets or on shelves above or below desk level. Ability to hear and speak clearly for communication purposes, both in person and over the phone. Ability to move within the office space, including walking to different areas, standing for short periods, and navigating around furniture and equipment. Endurance to maintain focus and productivity during regular working hours. Maintaining proper posture to prevent strain or injury, including adjusting chair and monitor heights for ergonomic comfort.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Iowa Civil Rights Commission Chapter 216, it is the policy of Klauer Manufacturing to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for Klauer Manufacturing Company. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Department.
Primary Contact
1715007044957
Brittany Parker
Talent Acquisition Specialist, Human Resources
563-207-4143
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Job Details
Location
Dubuque, IA
Shift
First Shift
Job Type
Employee
Full/Part
Full Time
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Vacation
PTO (Paid Time Off)
Paid Holidays
Qualifications
Education
Bachelors
Experience
5-10 Years
Company ID
1105
Job REQ #
\# Positions
1
Start Date
20250819
End Date
20251031
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Klauer Manufacturing Company
About the Company
Founded by Peter Klauer in 1870, Klauer Manufacturing Company was built on hard work and quality products and service to our customers. The same standards hold true today as we continue our fifth generation of this family-owned operation.
Growing out of a hardware and tin shop, we have a history of sustainable evolution based on our commitment to providing the highest-quality products possible. Now running 150 employees strong with two facilities totaling 250,000 square feet, we are prepared to fulfill all your sheet metal building products needs.
Our Mission Statement
•To enable our customers to win through the quality, consistency, and predictability of everything we do, while providing a safe and family-oriented working environment for all.”
Cultural Values
+ **Safety**
+ Take Pride in Safety
+ Be Responsible for our Individual Safety and of Those Around Us
+ See Something, Say Something
+ **Attitude**
+ Be Part of the Team and Have Fun
+ Respect Co-Workers, Customers and Vendors
+ Understand Mistakes are Learning Opportunities
+ **Effort**
+ Maintain Intellectual Curiosity
+ Work Hard and Think Smarter
+ Persevere Through Problems to Find Solutions
+ **Accountability**
+ Act with Integrity and Honesty
+ Be Responsible for Internal and External Customers
+ Take Pride in Our Work and Our Company
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