IT Team Lead

The Cedar Rapids IT Lead is primarily an onsite IT relationship manager, coordinator, and operational leader who owns IT engagement for the plant, drives work across IT teams, triages and prioritizes requests, and provides hands-on support when necessary.
1. Own the IT relationship with Cedar Rapids

• Attend and participate in plant leadership and planning discussions.
• Understand upcoming business activities before they become emergencies.
• Serve as the primary IT contact for Cedar Rapids leadership.
• Act as an extension of the plant leadership team, not just a technician.

2. Coordinate and drive work across IT

• Manage intake and prioritization of requests.
• Pull the right IT resources in at the right time.
• Coordinate infrastructure, digital manufacturing, desktop support, security, and project activities.
• Keep projects moving and remove roadblocks. (

3. Act as the gatekeeper and triage lead

• Shield the current desktop employee and technical resources from constant interruptions.
• Organize work, triage tickets, and ensure priorities are aligned.
• Improve visibility and accountability for outstanding work. (

4. Lead operational coordination

• Coordinate onboarding events, hardware deployments, workstation setups, moves, MES-related activities, infrastructure work, and production-support needs.
• Own follow-up and communication until work is completed.
• Help Manage cross-functional dependencies and scheduling.

5. Provide hands-on help when needed

• Should be willing to deploy equipment, assist with workstation setup, coordinate troubleshooting, and help wherever needed during peak periods.
• "Roll up sleeves" mentality is important.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.