IT Operations Supervisor

Post Date

Apr 28, 2026

Location

Highland Park,
Michigan

ZIP/Postal Code

48203
US
Jun 29, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

IT (DNU)

Req #

MIC-40a2b222-6828-43e6-9226-1b59a930b44a

Pay Rate

$120k - $135k (estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking an IT Operations Supervisor for a top automotive manufacturing client. This individual will own the day‑to‑day IT operations at a production facility, ensuring stability, availability, and performance of systems that directly impact manufacturing output. The role is highly hands‑on and will lead a team of IT technicians while acting as the primary escalation point for plant‑critical incidents. This is a great opportunity for a proven IT leader with manufacturing experience who thrives in fast‑paced, KPI‑driven environments and enjoys mentoring teams while staying close to the technology.

Compensation:

$120k to $135k per year annual salary.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role may include healthcare insurance offerings and paid leave as provided by applicable law.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

- Supervisory experience managing Level 1 & Level 2 IT technicians
- Strong SQL experience
- MES or ERP integration/support experience in a manufacturing environment
- Proven experience working against KPIs
- Demonstrated mentorship and coaching experience
- Working knowledge of basic security and compliance practices
- Automotive manufacturing experience OR broader manufacturing plant IT experience
- Hands‑on IT operations background supporting production‑critical systems

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- Experience with JIS (Just‑In‑Sequence), JIT (Just‑In‑Time), and sequencing environments
- Highly hands‑on leadership style

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.