Join Wipro, a multinational company recognized across various industries worldwide. Mailhot Industries, a leader in the manufacturing of hydraulic cylinders, is now part of the WIN (Wipro Infrastructure Engineering) division of the Wipro Group, a rapidly growing global business unit.

We are currently seeking an

IT Director for our Wipro Hydraulics North America division. We are looking for a strategic, engaging, and solution‐oriented leader capable of managing multisite environments, stabilizing critical systems, and driving the evolution of technological operations with efficiency and vision.

The IT Director will lead all IT teams and initiatives for Wipro Hydraulics locations across North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico). This position reports directly to the Global IT Head for Wipro Hydraulics and acts as a strategic partner to business stakeholders, ensuring that operations, projects, and IT support are aligned with organizational goals and business needs.

The role includes managing both dedicated and shared IT resources, overseeing service providers, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to optimize technology adoption and support.

Strategic thinking and strong business acumen

Inspiring leadership and team development

Project management and execution capabilities

Strong problem‐solving and decision‐making skills

Adaptability and effective change management

Technical expertise in IT infrastructure and applications

Why Join the Team

Opportunities to travel across Wipro Hydraulics sites throughout North America

Flexibility regarding your work location based on your preference (Canada, United States, or Mexico)

Group insurance and telemedicine services (Canada)

Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) (Canada)

Participation in stimulating and innovative projects A work environment that values individual contributions and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the company's success

Career advancement opportunities within an international context

Strong shared values: customer success, respect, global responsibility, and integrity

Key Responsibilities

Lead all IT initiatives for the Hydraulics divisions across North America, including the United States, Canada, and Mexico





Strategically engage with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into IT solutions

Manage and develop IT teams and resources to ensure optimal performance and alignment with business goals

Oversee outsourced service providers, ensuring service quality and compliance with contracts

Lead IT operations, including account creation, hardware setup, software support, and technical troubleshooting

Champion technology adoption, digital transformation, and continuous improvement initiatives

Collaborate with global IT teams, including MS Exchange support in India, to ensure seamless integration and communication

Maintain and optimize IT infrastructure, ensuring security, scalability, and reliability

Monitor and manage IT budgets, sourcing, and procurement for all locations

Ensure compliance with organizational policies, standards, and regulatory requirements

Own regional cybersecurity resilience, including incident response and remediation, supported by Enterprise IT

Ensure reliable plant IT infrastructure, shop floor systems, and connectivity, coordinating closely with Enterprise IT Team.

Qualifications

Availability to travel across our different North American sites (United States, Canada, and Mexico). The frequency of travel can be discussed based on operational needs

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field

Over 15 years of progressive IT experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role

Experience managing multi-location IT operations, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments

Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, enterprise applications, and cybersecurity issues

Proven ability to manage outsourced service providers and internal IT teams

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Ability to work in a matrixed, global organization and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Experience with ERP solutions such as S/4HANA,



SAPECC, Epicor, etc. (an asset)

Functional proficiency in both French and English, spoken and written, to collaborate effectively with anglophone teams

Work Schedule: Day shift (weekdays)

Department: Information Technology

Salary: To be discussed

Start Date: As soon as possible

Location & Travel : Based in North America, with travel required to Hydraulics sites in the US, Canada, and Mexico as needed.

About Wipro Enterprises Wipro Enterprises includes the Wipro Consumer Care and Lighting division as well as Wipro Infrastructure Engineering.

Wipro Consumer

Care & Lighting is a leading FMCG company offering products in personal care, home care, lighting, switches, and office furniture.

Wipro Infrastructure

Engineering is a diversified engineering company active in hydraulics, water treatment, additive manufacturing, aerospace, automation solutions, and electronic materials. With revenues of USD2.5billion, the company operates in 25 countries.

Founded in 1956, Mailhot Industries is a recognized leader in the manufacturing of high‐performance hydraulic cylinders for demanding applications such as waste collection, construction, and snow removal.

We currently operate two production sites: our main plant located in Saint‐Jacques‐de‐Montcalm, Québec, employing more than 200 regional team members, and a second plant in Mexico, where an equally dedicated team contributes to delivering high‐quality products to North American and international markets.

Deeply rooted in the Lanaudière region, Mailhot values stability, collaboration, and professional development. Over the years, several generations have built their careers here in a stimulating, collaborative, and sustainable work workplace.

Since joining Wipro, we have continued to uphold and reinforce the strong values that define the Wipro spirit: passion for customer success, respect for every person, global responsibility, and unwavering integrity. These principles guide our decisions, strengthen our team culture, and support our growth in an international context.

Unleash your full potential by joining our team! We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted.

📌 IT Director - Wipro Hydraulics - North America (Winnipeg)
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