iSeries/AS400 RPG Development Supervisor - Toyota Industries

The IT supervisor (iSeries) directs and oversees the TMHNA manufacturing operations environment according to business needs. Establishes policies and procedures that produce high-quality software product and service. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives and develops policies/procedures to support manufacturing. Directs the work of engineers to ensure the best practices around software development. Manage subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets.







Essential Position Duties


* Supervise and delegate duties to the iSeries development team.
* Hire and train new developers.
* Establish development standards for the team.
* Deliver reports and proposals to upper management.
* Create a budget and timeline for the development project.
* Develop and implement new software programs.
* Work with contracted support to schedule regular PTFs
* Work with contracted support to maintain/replace existing hardware
* Work directly with IBM for necessary support.
* Maintain High Availability Disaster Recovery(HADR) LPAR
* Work with 3rd parties for HADR during a DR event
* Maintain and improve the performance of existing manufacturing software.
* Test and maintain software products to ensure strong functionality and optimization.
* Recommend improvements to existing software programs as necessary.
* Develop and implement new software programs.
* Maintain and improve the performance of existing software.
* Clearly and regularly communicate with management and technical support colleagues.
* Test and maintain software products to ensure strong functionality and optimization.
* Recommend improvements to existing software programs as necessary.
* Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
* Additional duties as assigned.







Education & Experience


* 3 to 5 years’ experience as an iSeries developer
* 3 years’ experience as an iSeries Supervisor
* 3 to 5 years’ experience developing in and supporting a manufacturing environment.
* Associates degree in software engineering or computer science, Bachelor’s preferred
* Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
* Must possess exceptional troubleshooting skills and be able to assess quickly complex programming applications.
* Familiar with a variety of programming languages, codes and processes.
* Experience with the RPGIII ,CL ,DDS ,RPGiLE, RPG Free, SQL400, Web admin for iSeries, Client Access, RDi
* Experience with TLAForms, TLABarcode, aXes, presto, mflex, sflex is a plus but not a requirement.







Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the work day. Proper lifting techniques required. May include lifting up to 25 pounds for files, computer printouts on occasion. Frequent use of computer and telephone.



Primary environment: ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment.







About Toyota Material Handling

Let Toyota take your career to new heights. Toyota Material Handling provides employees with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through innovation and creativity in an unmatched culture.

Based in Columbus, Indiana, Toyota offers a full line of high-quality material handling equipment sold under the Toyota brand for over 50 years. We are proud of our large and diverse workforce. We seek individuals committed to excellence with talent, skill and innovation. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package with a pleasant and challenging work environment. Life is better at Toyota.







Benefits that set Toyota apart


* Competitive salary bonus program
* Low cost Medical with Free Dental and Free Vision Insurance
* Free On-Site Medical Center
* Free On-Site Fitness Center







Affirmative Action Responsibility

It is the Company’s policy to afford equal employment and advancement opportunity for all qualified individuals without distinction or discrimination because of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.







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