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About Re:Build Manufacturing
Re:Build Manufacturing is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses combining enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America's next generation industrial company. At Re:Build we deploy deep expertise in engineering, operations management, and technology to supercharge the performance of our member companies. We leverage deep professional expertise and a candid, principled operating culture to drive differentiated outcomes. Ours is a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged to pursue their fullest potential.
Re:Build was founded to pioneer a profitable model for the revitalization of US manufacturing. We've assembled a powerful set of complimentary capabilities and lines of business that enable us to pursue a wide range of end markets. Our acquired businesses are grounded in build-to-print and by-the-hour engineering and design services, and we're leveraging their combined expertise to migrate to increasingly sophisticated program development and production, as well as the generation of our own products. Our unique set of capabilities lend themselves to highly complex systems and products, and we offer customers a range of services including product and systems design, automation, fabrication, assembly, and large volume contract manufacturing. Our customers span a wide array of industries including aerospace, defense, mobility, healthcare, pharma, biotech, clean tech, chemicals, energy, lifestyle, food production, and industrial equipment.
Who we are looking for
We're seeking an IT Infrastructure Manager to lead and evolve the technology foundation that enables a positive, reliable, and productive end-user experience for all Re:Builders. This role blends deep infrastructure expertise with strong people leadership, emotional intelligence, and a continuous-improvement approach.
The ideal candidate is resilient, empathetic, and outcome-driven-someone who can balance operational excellence with long-term architectural thinking while building trust across IT and the business.
The Role
The IT Infrastructure Manager is responsible for leading the infrastructure team, overseeing day-to-day operations, and owning infrastructure design and architecture across Re:Build. This role ensures systems are secure, available, scalable, and performant, while continuously improving the way infrastructure services are delivered.
You'll partner closely with business leaders, IT peers, and vendors to solve today's infrastructure challenges and design solutions that support future growth.
What you get to do!
Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop the Infrastructure team, fostering a positive, accountable, and service-oriented culture
• Manage staffing, scheduling, priorities, performance reviews, and professional development plans
• Ensure teams operate cohesively with minimal friction; mentor and support others across IT as needed

Infrastructure Operations & Reliability

• Oversee all infrastructure operations, processes, and service delivery
• Ensure service levels meet or exceed agreed targets; manage escalations and breached SLAs
• Own and lead critical incident management processes and post-incident improvements
• Support the team with incident resolution, service requests, and project execution when needed

Architecture & Engineering

• Design, review, and approve infrastructure architectures using a collaborative, business-aligned approach
• Lead design, build, test, and support activities for infrastructure solutions across the enterprise
• Ensure infrastructure standards, patterns, and documentation are current and effective

Continuous Improvement & Metrics

• Define, validate, and communicate important infrastructure metrics and performance indicators
• Drive continuous improvement across people, processes, and systems using data-driven methods
• Maintain SOPs, work instructions, and knowledge base content; communicate changes effectively

Planning, Governance & Vendors

• Contribute to IT planning, budgeting, forecasting, and vendor management
• Ensure infrastructure aligns with security, compliance, and regulatory requirements
• Monitor end-user satisfaction and feedback, translating insights into actionable improvements

What you bring to the Team
Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 7+ years of experience designing, building, supporting, and troubleshooting enterprise infrastructure
• 5+ years of experience leading and managing infrastructure teams
• Current IT industry certifications are a plus

Deep Core Technical Expertise

• Servers & Virtualization: Server hardware, Microsoft Server, VMware, Hyper-V
• Cloud Platforms: Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud
• Core Services: Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, file/print, certificates, identity services
• Storage, Backup & Recovery
• Complex Environments: Multi-tenant, multi-cloud, multi-domain, multi-forest
• Endpoint & Device Management: PCs, Macs, peripherals, printers, Intune
• Microsoft 365 & End-User Technologies: Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, Office, Copilot, Windows OS, Defender, MFA, Authenticator
• Networking: Firewalls, switches, routers, access points, cabling; Fortinet platforms
• Data Center Operations: Racks, cabling, power, cooling, fire suppression
• Monitoring & Alerting: Including preference for automated remediation
• Patch & Asset Lifecycle Management

Additional Knowledge & Strengths Required

• Cybersecurity practices and compliance frameworks (CMMC, GCC High, AWS GovCloud, FedRAMP)
• Familiarity with CAD systems
• ITIL processes and service management concepts
• Experience employing AI tools to streamline and improve IT operations
• Strong documentation skills (architecture, policies, runbooks, procedures)
• Demonstrable ability to develop teams, hold accountability, and create an outcome-driven culture
• Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly and apply them effectively

Nice-to-Have

• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
• Experience in manufacturing environments and OT networking

Location: Kalamazoo, MI (hybrid - 3 days onsite / 2 days remote). Candidates must be local to the Kalamazoo, MI area or willing to relocate.
The base salary range for this position is $103,000 - $154,000 per year. This range represents the Company's good faith estimate of the base compensation for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for annual incentive compensation and/or long-term incentives, subject to Company plans. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits.
The BIG payoff
We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate.
Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!
We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate
Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accommodations.ta@ReBuildmanufacturing.com or you may call us at 617.909.6275.