General Manager – IT

Grantek8 days ago

Burlington, ON

Senior Level

full_time

Retirement matching program

Company-paid health and dental benefits

Flexible work hours

Company Description

From concept to design to execution, be part of the team that gets everyday products to people.

Do you want to have an impact on creating products from today's top brands? Does having a company care about your career today and into the future motivate you? Does an environment where your opinions matter excite you? Are you a natural born tinkerer? If so, you have found your next calling

Grantek is a recognized leading provider of integrated automation, smart manufacturing and industrial information solutions in the global marketplace. Our clients are some of the worlds most respected Fortune 100 companies and recognized consumer brands.

We offer an atmosphere where you can express your creative ideas and talents by working on a variety of projects and technologies. Using today's leading edge technology, you will partner with clients to solve their most complex manufacturing and industrial information problems.

We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package, retirement matching, company paid benefits, flexible work hours, and an education/career development program. For more information on what Grantek offers, visit:

We are committed to providing a positive and healthy corporate culture, one that empowers employees, promotes knowledge-sharing, and encourages strong friendships and social connections amongst all team members. We are a team of dedicated Engineers and Designers with an average of 7 years' tenure at Grantek. The vast majority of our employees have started off their careers at Grantek and have grown into successful senior team members who are integral to our client's manufacturing processes.

Job Description

As part of Grantek's new Digital Transformation & AI Department, the General Manager – IT & Digital Enablement will lead the strategy, design, and execution of Grantek's IT and digital infrastructure. This includes building secure, scalable, and AI-ready platforms that support both internal operations and external client delivery.

The GM will integrate IT operations, cybersecurity, enterprise platforms, cloud computing, DevSecOps, and AI frameworks across the organization, ensuring all strategies align with Grantek's business goals and transformation roadmap. This is a pivotal leadership role that blends technology vision, operational excellence, and people development.

• Lead the vision and roadmap for Grantek's IT and Digital Enablement strategy.
• Build secure, scalable systems and cloud platforms that power both internal operations and client solutions.
• Champion AI adoption across the enterprise by driving practical, high-impact use cases.
• Oversee cybersecurity, IT governance, and compliance across regions.
• Streamline how Grantek builds, tests, and deploys digital solutions using DevSecOps best practices.
• Partner with business units to align technology goals with company growth and client success.
• Grow and mentor a talented IT team, fostering innovation, collaboration, and accountability.
• Build strong relationships with vendors and partners to enhance Grantek's digital capabilities.
• Ensure business continuity through proactive risk management and reliable IT performance.

Qualifications

• **Experience:**10+ years of progressive IT leadership, in enterprise IT, AI, digital transformation, and security management.
• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of enterprise IT strategy, AI/ML adoption, cloud and edge computing, DevSecOps, and regulated industry IT governance (pharma, food & beverage preferred).
• Business Acumen: Demonstrated ability to manage IT budgets, vendors, and complex enterprise platforms (ERP, CRM, collaboration, UNS/data integration).
• Leadership: Strategic thinker with a proactive, risk-aware approach; able to translate business unit needs into IT and AI strategies that enable growth.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage executive, technical, and client audiences effectively.
• Culture & Values: Collaborative, decisive, and adaptable leader who builds high-trust teams, drives innovation, and fosters continuous improvement.
• Travel: Willingness to travel up to 25% as needed.

Additional Information

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to provide Grantekians with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

Automation Machinery Manufacturing

201-500

Grantek is a system integrator and solution provider with a specialization in Manufacturing IT solutions, Manufacturing Automation solutions, Industrial Safety solutions and Manufacturing Consulting services. Since 1980, Grantek has been enabling higher return on investment to our clients by creating better processes and solutions for them, including packaging solutions, control systems design, MES implementation, electrical design, and more. With over 180 employees, Grantek has offices located in British Columbia, California, Illinois, Florida, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Ontario and Quebec.