IT Infrastructure Manager

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

• 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, Aerospace and Defense, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Apple Macs, Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Asset Management, Automation, Budget Management, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Cloud Computing, Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Customer Satisfaction, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), DNS (Domain Name System), Documentation, Exceeded Sales Goal, Fire Suppression/Control, Firewalls, GNU C Compiler, Hardware Virtualization, ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library), Identify Issues, Incident Management, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Knowledge Base, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Hyper-V, Microsoft Product Family, Network Operations Center, Network Routers, Network Switching, Operational Improvement, Operations Processes, Performance Metrics, Performance Reviews, Peripheral Hardware, Printers, Process Improvement, Process Management, Project Execution, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Robotics, Schedule Development, Server Hardware, Service Delivery, Service Level Agreement (SLA), Software Patches, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Support, Testing, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), VMWare, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Planning

Title: IT / OT Infrastructure Manager Organization: RE Build Manufacturing, LLC Location: Avon Description:

About Re:Build

At Re:Build, our mission is to ensure the next generation of important products are made, at scale, in America. We are laying the foundation for a better future for our customers, employees, and communities by revitalizing America’s manufacturing base and creating meaningful jobs across the country, including in historically deindustrialized regions.

We operate an advanced, end-to-end manufacturing platform that partners with industrial companies and innovators to take products from first concept to full-scale production in critical verticals including aerospace and defense, electrification, medical, energy and environment, and robotics and automation.

The way we operate is as important as the work we do. It’s guided by The Re:Build Way, 16 principles that shape how we collaborate with each other, partner with our customers and vendors, and contribute to the communities where we operate. (link to The Re:Build Way principles)