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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Support Manager - **Company:** Petoskey Plastics - **Location:** Morristown, TN, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security, Desktop Computing, File System Permissions, Monitoring of Systems, Information Technology Operations, Networking Hardware, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Networking Basics, Internet Protocol Telephony, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Zendesk, Servicenow - **Published:** July 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5101acead978cea3 ## About the Role * 5+ years of experience in IT service desk, end-user support, desktop support, systems administration, NOC, manufacturing IT, or related IT operations. * 2+ years leading, supervising, coaching, or managing technical support staff. * Strong understanding of ticketing, escalation management, SLA management, incident management, shift handoffs, and customer service best practices. * Experience supporting business-critical systems and users in environments where downtime or delays can affect operations or customer commitments. * Experience with IT service management or ticketing platforms such as ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, Team Dynamix, Zendesk, or similar tools. * Clear communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to lead through urgency in a 24x7, multi-shift environment. Preferred Skills * Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing, warehouse, logistics, or 24x7 operational environments. * Familiarity with ITIL or other service management frameworks. * Knowledge of Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Entra ID, Windows endpoints, mobile device management, networking fundamentals, monitoring tools, or Microsoft Azure. * Experience supporting ERP, MES, warehouse, label printing, production reporting, timekeeping, quality, or other plant-facing systems. * Experience developing dashboards, KPIs, runbooks, training programs, or service improvement roadmaps. Essential Functions * Regular and Reliable Attendance * Standing, Sitting, Walking * Lifting/Carrying up to 30 pounds * Ability to work in hot and cold environments * Reading, Writing * Problem Solving * Decision Making * Concentration ## Description As the IT Support Manager, you will lead the team responsible for delivering fast, reliable, and professional technology support across shifts, sites, and business functions. You will own service desk performance, escalation quality, team development, documentation, reporting, and continuous improvement while helping reduce downtime risk and improve the associate experience. This position will perform a variety of maintenance, software installation, end-user support and training tasks to ensure end-user workstations and network performance meets company and user needs., * Infrastructure Management: Work with IT Systems Administrator to oversee administration, maintenance, and upgrades of company IT systems, including servers, desktops, printers, network devices, and VOIP systems. * Network & Security: Work with IT Security Administrator to plan, implement, and maintain network security measures (firewalls, VPNs, host security, file permissions) and manage user access. * Asset & Confidentiality Management: Maintain company assets responsibly and ensure data confidentiality. * Help Desk Oversight: Manage escalated support issues, monitor help desk performance, and report service metrics. * Team Leadership: Manage IT Support Specialists, providing training and coaching for timely task completion. Assist with onboarding/offboarding of employees (account setup, equipment, etc.). * Continuous Improvement: Stay current with IT trends and best practices to enhance support services. 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