IT Systems Administrator - Norton Shores Area job in Norton Shores

• Manage and maintain critical IT and OT systems, including SCADA, MES, ERP, and factory floor infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize network infrastructure (LAN, WLAN, VPN) across manufacturing sites to ensure seamless connectivity.
• Implement and enforce cybersecurity policies and procedures for both IT and operational technology (OT) environments, protecting production data and intellectual property.
• Provide timely technical support and issue resolution for hardware, software, and network problems affecting manufacturing operations, minimizing downtime.
• Develop, implement, and regularly test data backup and disaster recovery plans for essential manufacturing systems.
• Administer server infrastructure (physical and virtual), storage solutions, and cloud services supporting manufacturing applications.
• Collaborate with production teams and external vendors to evaluate, implement, and integrate new technologies and system upgrades that enhance operational efficiency.

• Experience managing Windows Server environments (Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP) and virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V).
• Proficiency in network administration, including TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls, and VPNs, with an understanding of industrial network segmentation.
• Demonstrated ability to implement and manage backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions for critical manufacturing systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for hardware, software, and network issues in a fast-paced, production-critical environment.
• Familiarity with IT security best practices, vulnerability management, and supporting infrastructure in an Operational Technology (OT) context.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Operational Technology (OT) or Industrial Control Systems (ICS) environments.
• Familiarity with manufacturing-specific ERP (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Infor) or MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems).
• Experience supporting shop floor technologies such as barcode scanners, label printers, or specialized production hardware.
• Understanding of IT security and compliance requirements relevant to manufacturing (e.g., NIST CSF for OT, ISO 27001 in a production setting)., IT Systems Administrator, Systems Administrator, SysAdmin, IT Administrator, Network Administrator, Server Administrator, Infrastructure Engineer, IT Operations Engineer, Systems Engineer, Cloud Administrator

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Salary Package: $ 76,000.00 - 116,000.00 (US Dollar)

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Norton Shores seeking IT Systems Administrators., The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.