Brief Description

WHO WE ARE

Together we are a world-class diversified manufacturer with a commitment from our team to proudly provide pure precision solutions to our customers, delivering superior quality, value, and service.

Ferrotec (USA) Corporation is a technology company with a worldwide presence in various end products, manufacturing systems, and industries serving primarily the semiconductor industry. We provide our customers with advanced materials, components, systems, and manufacturing solutions. Please visit www.ferrotec.com for a list of office locations.

How You Make An Impact

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Technology to oversee the company’s IT operations, infrastructure, and security while aligning technology with business objectives. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the efficiency, security, and scalability of IT systems, managing IT staff, and driving technology-driven business growth.

Achievement of objectives must include an overriding commitment to quality that must permeate the areas of responsibility. Enable and Drive Change in the Organization.

What Success Looks Like

Strategic Leadership

Partner with the VP and executive team to develop and execute a digital transformation roadmap aligned with corporate strategy.
Serve as a strategic advisor on technology trends, AI, ERP modernization, and data analytics opportunities that enhance customer value and competitiveness.
Define and lead the company’s IT vision, architecture, and governance model to support innovation, agility, and integration across all business units.
Develop and maintain a multi-year digital transformation roadmap aligned with business objectives, innovation priorities, and IT modernization goals.
Serve as the primary advisor to leadership on technology opportunities, risks, and emerging trends, including cybersecurity and artificial intelligence governance.

Technology & Infrastructure

Oversee the enterprise IT landscape, including ERP, CRM, MES, PLM, HRIS, and collaboration tools, ensuring reliability, scalability, and user satisfaction.
Lead modernization efforts, including cloud migration, cybersecurity resilience, and automation initiatives across order taking, manufacturing, supply chain, and finance.
Ensure robust business continuity, disaster recovery, and information security policies are in place.
Serve as the organization’s Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), overseeing information security governance, risk assessment, and incident response planning.
Implement a NIST-aligned cybersecurity framework and vendor risk management program to ensure compliance, data protection, and business resilience.
Oversee hybrid cloud and on-prem environments, implementing zero-trust architecture and endpoint management for secure scalability.

Data & Digital Transformation

Champion the development of an enterprise data strategy to drive insights, improve forecasting, and enable advanced analytics.
Implement governance frameworks for data quality, access, and compliance.
Integrate digital technologies into products, processes, and customer interfaces to enhance productivity and create new revenue opportunities.

AI & Emerging Technology

Lead the development of an AI governance framework that ensures responsible deployment, data transparency, and alignment with ethical and privacy standards.
Drive adoption of AI-assisted decision-making, automation, and predictive analytics in alignment with the company’s enterprise data strategy.

Operational Excellence

Develop and manage the IT budget with a focus on ROI, cost control, and value creation.
Implement best practices for IT project management, vendor management, and cybersecurity risk assessment.
Ensure service delivery excellence through a customer-first approach to internal IT support and infrastructure reliability.

Compliance & Business Continuity

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and support validated systems and electronic records management.
Expand compliance oversight to include vendor risk management, incident response testing, and alignment with NIST and ISO 27001 standards.
Maintain up-to-date disaster recovery and business continuity plans, ensuring organizational readiness and resilience.

Leadership & Culture

Build and lead a high-performing technology organization focused on innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Foster collaboration across business units to align IT initiatives with operational needs.
Develop talent through mentoring, succession planning, and capability building in emerging technologies.
Represent Ferrotec USA to external customers, internal factories, and suppliers.

Not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice at management’s sole discretion

What You Need To Be Successful

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (MBA or equivalent preferred).
15+ years of progressive technology leadership experience, including 5+ years in a senior executive capacity in a global manufacturing or industrial technology environment.
Proven success leading ERP modernization, cloud transformation, and data analytics initiatives.
Deep understanding of cybersecurity, digital manufacturing, and enterprise integration.
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate strategic priorities into technology enablement.

PERKS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

With positive values, a productive atmosphere, and a commitment to excellence, Ferrotec encourages employees to maximize and realize their potential.

The salary range included in this job posting is relevant to applicants who reside or work in the Livermore, CA area only. Salary offers will depend on experience, knowledge, skills, education, and location. Actual salary may vary due to these and other factors.

Ferrotec is proud to offer a Competitive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, 401K Matching, Flexible Work Hours, Tuition Reimbursement, Leadership Development, Travel and Hotel Discounts, Paid Time Off, Sick & Wellness and Volunteer Time, Employee Recognition Program, Employee Engagement & Appreciation Events hosted throughout the year. Virtual Wellness Activities and Classes are available to all employees & family members and Much More!

We would love to get to know you better and you get to know us better! You can easily apply!

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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