Job Details

Job Location:    Smalley LZ - Lake Zurich, IL
Position Type:    Full Time
Salary Range:    Undisclosed
Job Shift:    Office
Job Category:    Information Technology

Description

About us

Smalley Steel Ring Company stands at the forefront of the industrial retaining ring and wave/compression spring manufacturing industry. Our success is propelled by our inventive spirit, devoted team members, extensive engineering proficiency, and technical ability, cultivated by over 100 years of manufacturing expertise in aerospace, automotive, and many other industries. We are proud of our commitment to delivering innovative, high quality products, relentless pursuit of improvement, and unwavering dedication to providing excellent service to our valued customers around the world.

Why Smalley?

At Smalley, we take pride in cultivating an inclusive work environment that values creativity, collaboration, and diversity. We believe in our associates' unique perspectives that they bring to every challenge, which is why we will empower you to push the boundaries of what is possible. We are committed to nurturing an enjoyable work atmosphere at our facility demonstrated through activities such as Spirit Days, Cancer Awareness events, Health and Wellness activities, and fun sports opportunities such as basketball and ping pong tournaments!

We Offer

  • Competitive compensation and benefits packages as well as: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, and more!
  • Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth
  • Ongoing learning and training and development opportunities
  • Company and department led teambuilding activities and events

Why this role exists 

Imagine shopfloor IoT sensors streaming live data, planners making split second decisions, and customers tracking orders from manufacturing to shipping—all stitched together by a nimble software team you captain.  As our Senior Manager of Software Engineering, you’ll turn our Infor Syteline ERP into a competitive advantage and keep every production line humming.

Why engineers love this team 

  • Servant leadership – mindful 1on1s, growth plans, blameless retros.
  • Time is sacred – lean meetings, automate or eliminate mantra.
  • End to end ownership – you build it, you ship it, you support it.
  • Celebration culture – high fives for small wins, lessons shared loudly.

What you’ll drive 

  • Lead, coach, and grow a cross-functional team of software & integration engineers.
  • Shape and execute the application & integration roadmap for Infor Syteline, FT, IDM, CRM, CPQ, and Birst.
  • Own the full delivery lifecycle—architecture, CI/CD, release, and support—balancing velocity, quality, and security.
  • Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to translate manufacturing needs into scalable code that boosts throughput and slashes scrap.
  • Champion modern engineering practices: trunk based development, automated testing, infrastructure as code, Dev Sec Ops.
  • Track and communicate KPIs (deployment frequency, MTTR, cycle time) that tell the story of product health.
  • Manage budgets, vendors, and build vs buy decisions with an eye on compliance (ITAR, CMMC).
  • Run incident/problem management, lead RCAs, and drive permanent fixes.

You’ll thrive here if you bring: 

Engineering Mastery

  • 8+ years of professional software development, 5+ years leading teams that ship and support production systems.
  • Deep hands on knowledge of Infor Syteline ERP (IDOs, ION, REST APIs) and manufacturing system integrations.
  • Proficiency in C#, .NET, SQL Server, and modern web frameworks (React/Angular).
  • Experience with cloud services (Azure or AWS) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

Leadership & Human Skills

  • Servant leader mindset that grows talent through coaching, feedback, and clear career paths.
  • Crisp written & verbal communication; translate tech speak for executives and shop floor operators alike.
  • Conflict resolver who balances immediate deliverables with long term platform vision.

Operational Excellence

  • Agile/Scrum or Kanban discipline with Jira/Azure DevOps tooling smarts.
  • Security first mindset; familiar with Dev Sec Ops and regulated manufacturing (ITAR, FDA).
  • Budget & vendor management chops that keep projects on track and stakeholders confident.

Qualifications


Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or other related degree preferred
  • Reports to VP, IT
  • 8+ years of professional software development, 5+ years leading teams that ship and support production systems.
  • Seeking expertise in ERP, integrations, data & analytics, and citizen dev governance
  • Deep hands on knowledge of Infor Syteline ERP (IDOs, ION, REST APIs) and manufacturing system integrations.
  • Proficiency in C#, .NET, SQL Server, and modern web frameworks (React/Angular).
  • Experience with cloud services (Azure or AWS) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

 

Apply today and discover the opportunities that await you!

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $140,000 to  $170,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. This role is bonus/and or incentive eligible.

EEO/Affirmative Action Smalley is an equal opportunity employer and believes in equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Accordingly, all employment decisions are based on the principles of equal opportunity. These decisions include recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, discipline, compensation, benefits, training, and other personnel actions involving persons in all job titles and shall occur without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, ancestry, marital status, or any other legally protected class as recognized by applicable law.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, paid holidays, paid time off and 401(k).

Should you need further assistance to apply to any of our job postings or have any general questions, please contact us at 847-719-5900.

 

About SMALLEY STEEL RING COMPANY

As the inventor of the edgewound wave spring and with over 100 years of manufacturing excellence, Smalley is the Engineer’s Choice® in providing wave springs, retaining rings, and constant section rings for all of your application needs. Smalley stocks over 11,000 standard parts across 30 configurations and 400 sizes, ready for delivery. If a standard part doesn’t meet your requirements, you’ll work with our innovative team of over 30 industry-specialized engineers to quickly create an economical custom part in the material of your choice, all without new tooling. Prototype or production volume, our No-Tooling-Charges™ manufacturing process meets the design flexibility your application, budget, and timeline requires. While all of our manufacturing is made in our U.S-based 300,000 square foot facility, our global network of offices, engineers, and distribution partners allows you to receive parts and support quickly from anywhere in the world. In accordance with the requirements of ISO 13485:2016, ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949:2016, AS9100:2016, and ISO 14001:2015, Smalley is able to offer customers worldwide unparalleled quality. Smalley’s dedication to manufacturing excellence has earned us multiple service and quality awards, and the trust of OEMs worldwide. Standard or custom, we are dedicated to delivering the right part in the right material for all of your applications. Why work for Smalley? Smalley offers a competitive compensation and benefits package: including 401(K) savings plan with company match, profit sharing, bonus, health, dental, vision, company paid life, STD and LTD, supplemental life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and 10 company paid holidays. Smalley is a team-oriented work place with opportunity for career advancement. Find us on Social Media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/smalleysteelring YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SmalleySteelRing

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