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IT Operations Manager roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and the 24-month extension gives you up to 36 months total to build your U.S. operations career without H-1B visa sponsorship on day one.
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Location: Salina, KS
Great Plains Manufacturing is seeking an IT Applications Operations Specialist to provide entry-level business analysis and application support for internal business systems, with emphasis on IBMi-supported processes and user support for Sales, Accounting, and other operational areas. This role assists with gathering requirements, documenting processes, supporting testing, communicating task status, and helping end users adopt approved solutions. The position works under the guidance of the IT Application Operations Specialist, IT leadership, and other senior IT team members while developing the technical, operational, and business knowledge required for progressively greater responsibility.
This is an on-site position based in Salina, KS. Typical hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some day-travel within Kansas is required, although some out-of-area travel may be expected on occasion. This position reports to the IT Services Manager.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the IT Application Operations Specialist with application support for IBMi and related business systems.
- Provide first-level support to end users by researching questions, documenting issues, and escalating complex application or technical problems as appropriate.
- Participate in meetings with business partners to capture requirements, action items, decisions, and follow-up tasks.
- Research, define, and document technical details, business rules, workflows, and system behavior to support approved business requirements.
- Track assigned implementation tasks and clearly communicate status, blockers, and next steps to the IT Application Operations Specialist or project lead.
- Assist with system documentation for end users, including quick reference guides, standard work instructions, and process notes.
- Actively support cybersecurity efforts by maintaining awareness of threats and assisting in the management of security controls.
- Work under the guidance of the cybersecurity team to support and implement risk mitigation efforts in alignment with organizational security policies.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, documentation, support quality, and user experience, and recommend improvements to IT leadership.
- Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
- Associate degree from a two-year college or technical school in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Management, Business, or related discipline preferred; or six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Entry-level IT, business systems, help desk, application support, or process documentation experience preferred.
- Ability to communicate clearly with end users, business partners, and IT team members.
- Ability to learn business processes and document requirements, procedures, decisions, and issues accurately.
- Basic problem-solving, analytical, organization, and follow-up skills.
- Detail-oriented work style with willingness to ask questions, learn established procedures, and follow direction from senior IT team members.
- Ability to work with operational areas and understand how department requirements support company goals.
- Basic computer and IT support skills.
- Working knowledge of IBMi/AS400 business systems.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, email, spreadsheets, documentation, and basic reporting.
- Exposure to ERP, manufacturing, accounting, sales order, or operational support processes.
- Familiarity with Windows PCs, printers, scanners, phones, and common end-user support activities.
- Ability to assist with testing, process mapping, procedure documentation, and user training materials.
Great Plains Manufacturing, headquartered in Salina, KS, is a proud subsidiary of Kubota with more than 50 years as a Kansas leader in the design, engineering and manufacturing of agricultural implements, including seeding, tillage, and landscaping equipment. Our new Construction Equipment Division adds Kubota-branded skid steers, compact track loaders, and CE attachments, supported by Kubota Construction R&D Engineering in Salina. Operating in eight Kansas communities with multiple divisions, including Great Plains Ag; Land Pride; Great Plains International; and the Construction Equipment Division, we employ over 2,000 people and are committed to innovation and professional growth. If you are self-motivated, goal-oriented, and collaborative, explore our open opportunities at www.WorkForGPM.com.
IT Applications Operations Specialist
Location: Salina, KS
Great Plains Manufacturing is seeking an IT Applications Operations Specialist to provide entry-level business analysis and application support for internal business systems, with emphasis on IBMi-supported processes and user support for Sales, Accounting, and other operational areas. This role assists with gathering requirements, documenting processes, supporting testing, communicating task status, and helping end users adopt approved solutions. The position works under the guidance of the IT Application Operations Specialist, IT leadership, and other senior IT team members while developing the technical, operational, and business knowledge required for progressively greater responsibility.
This is an on-site position based in Salina, KS. Typical hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some day-travel within Kansas is required, although some out-of-area travel may be expected on occasion. This position reports to the IT Services Manager.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the IT Application Operations Specialist with application support for IBMi and related business systems.
- Provide first-level support to end users by researching questions, documenting issues, and escalating complex application or technical problems as appropriate.
- Participate in meetings with business partners to capture requirements, action items, decisions, and follow-up tasks.
- Research, define, and document technical details, business rules, workflows, and system behavior to support approved business requirements.
- Track assigned implementation tasks and clearly communicate status, blockers, and next steps to the IT Application Operations Specialist or project lead.
- Assist with system documentation for end users, including quick reference guides, standard work instructions, and process notes.
- Actively support cybersecurity efforts by maintaining awareness of threats and assisting in the management of security controls.
- Work under the guidance of the cybersecurity team to support and implement risk mitigation efforts in alignment with organizational security policies.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, documentation, support quality, and user experience, and recommend improvements to IT leadership.
- Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
- Associate degree from a two-year college or technical school in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Management, Business, or related discipline preferred; or six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Entry-level IT, business systems, help desk, application support, or process documentation experience preferred.
- Ability to communicate clearly with end users, business partners, and IT team members.
- Ability to learn business processes and document requirements, procedures, decisions, and issues accurately.
- Basic problem-solving, analytical, organization, and follow-up skills.
- Detail-oriented work style with willingness to ask questions, learn established procedures, and follow direction from senior IT team members.
- Ability to work with operational areas and understand how department requirements support company goals.
- Basic computer and IT support skills.
- Working knowledge of IBMi/AS400 business systems.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, email, spreadsheets, documentation, and basic reporting.
- Exposure to ERP, manufacturing, accounting, sales order, or operational support processes.
- Familiarity with Windows PCs, printers, scanners, phones, and common end-user support activities.
- Ability to assist with testing, process mapping, procedure documentation, and user training materials.
Great Plains Manufacturing, headquartered in Salina, KS, is a proud subsidiary of Kubota with more than 50 years as a Kansas leader in the design, engineering and manufacturing of agricultural implements, including seeding, tillage, and landscaping equipment. Our new Construction Equipment Division adds Kubota-branded skid steers, compact track loaders, and CE attachments, supported by Kubota Construction R&D Engineering in Salina. Operating in eight Kansas communities with multiple divisions, including Great Plains Ag; Land Pride; Great Plains International; and the Construction Equipment Division, we employ over 2,000 people and are committed to innovation and professional growth. If you are self-motivated, goal-oriented, and collaborative, explore our open opportunities at www.WorkForGPM.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an IT Operations Manager
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the SEVP-approved STEM OPT list. IT Operations Manager roles typically align with computer and information systems management, but your specific degree designation determines eligibility, not your job title.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Run a search on the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm any prospective employer is actively enrolled. An offer from a non-enrolled employer voids your STEM OPT extension eligibility, no matter how far along the process you are.
Target employers with active STEM OPT I-983 experience
Prioritize companies that have previously signed I-983 training plans. IT operations teams at mid-size tech firms and managed service providers often have HR workflows already built around STEM OPT compliance, which reduces approval delays on your end.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for E-Verify employers
Search IT Operations Manager roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers verified for STEM OPT hiring. The platform filters by E-Verify enrollment and sponsorship history, so you can focus on outreach rather than vetting each company individually.
Benchmark your salary against OFLC Wage Search data
Your I-983 training plan must show that your role relates to your degree and that your compensation meets standard industry levels. Pull the prevailing wage for IT Operations Manager under your SOC code using the OFLC Wage Search before your employer files.
File your I-983 before your OPT end date
USCIS requires your I-983 to be submitted to your DSO with enough lead time to process the STEM OPT extension application. Missing your initial OPT end date without an approved extension or timely filing puts your work authorization at risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IT Operations Manager role qualify for STEM OPT?
It depends on your degree, not your job title. STEM OPT eligibility is determined by whether your degree's CIP code appears on the SEVP-approved STEM list. Degrees in computer and information systems management, information technology, or computer science typically qualify. Confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO before applying for the extension.
What does the I-983 training plan require for this role?
Your employer must complete the I-983 to document how your IT Operations Manager duties directly relate to your STEM degree. The plan must include your job responsibilities, supervisory structure, and how the role develops your technical skills. USCIS requires both you and your employer to sign it, and your DSO must receive it before the extension application is submitted.
What happens to my STEM OPT if my employer loses E-Verify enrollment?
If your employer's E-Verify enrollment lapses or is terminated after your STEM OPT extension is approved, you're no longer in a valid training relationship. You must either find a new E-Verify enrolled employer or stop working. Report the change to your DSO within five days. USCIS treats this as a material change requiring immediate action.
How does cap-gap work if I'm an IT Operations Manager on STEM OPT and my employer files an H-1B?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of the fiscal year the H-1B takes effect. You can continue working as an IT Operations Manager in the same role without interruption during that period.
How do I find IT Operations Manager jobs from employers already set up for STEM OPT?
Search on Migrate Mate, which filters IT Operations Manager listings by E-Verify enrollment and employer sponsorship history. This matters because STEM OPT requires your employer to be actively enrolled in E-Verify, and targeting pre-vetted employers shortens the time between offer and your DSO submitting the STEM OPT extension to USCIS.