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Department Purpose and Contribution to Company Objectives
The IT department at Oscar Mayer manages all technology systems, providing 24-hour support across all sites. Our work streamlines operations, enables data-driven decision-making, and ensures systems run efficiently and securely, contributing directly to the company’s growth and operational success.
Team Culture and Dynamics
Collaboration is key in the IT department. We work closely with all other departments, offering support, advice, and problem-solving assistance. Our stable IT framework minimises downtime, allowing the company to operate smoothly. Team members share knowledge and contribute to maintaining a reliable, secure IT environment.
A Day in the Life
There is no “typical” day in IT. The work is fast paced, with daily housekeeping tasks alongside dynamic, responsive service to our colleagues. Each day brings new challenges, from troubleshooting issues to working on long-term projects, ensuring the smooth operation of Oscar Mayer’s IT systems.
Key Challenges
A key challenge is maintaining a secure and stable IT infrastructure. This requires ongoing resources to ensure security, performance, and disaster recovery, with the goal of preventing downtime and safeguarding company data. While often invisible to end users, these efforts are essential for business continuity.
Expectations from New Hires in the IT Department
New hires should have strong core IT skills, be flexible, and eager to learn. They will learn about the company’s operations and how IT supports them, as well as training on various systems. We value self-starters who work well both independently and as part of a team, ready to take on new challenges.