Network Administrator

The Network Administrator is responsible for the deployment, configuration, maintenance, monitoring, and support of the organization’s wired and wireless network infrastructure. This role ensures reliable, secure, and high-performing network connectivity across enterprise and operational technology (OT) environments. The ideal candidate possesses strong troubleshooting skills, a solid understanding of networking fundamentals, and the ability to support both day-to-day operations and infrastructure improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Configure, deploy, and manage Industrial Ethernet switches and related network infrastructure within manufacturing and OT environments.

Troubleshoot and support network access switches, wireless access points, and associated network equipment.

Manage daily network operations to ensure system availability, reliability, and performance.

Monitor network performance and proactively identify potential issues, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.

Diagnose and resolve wired and wireless network connectivity issues for users, devices, and production systems.

Configure and support VLANs, switching, DHCP, DNS, and other core network services.

Perform network upgrades, firmware updates, system patches, and hardware replacements as needed.

Maintain and optimize LAN, WAN, and wireless infrastructure at the facility

Support network security initiatives, including access control, segmentation, and policy enforcement.

Create and maintain network documentation, diagrams, configuration standards, and operational procedures.

Participate in infrastructure projects, installations, expansions, and technology refresh initiatives.

Collaborate with IT, operations, vendors, and other stakeholders to resolve issues and implement solutions.

Respond to network incidents and participate in on-call support as required.

Ensure compliance with company policies, cybersecurity standards, and industry best practices.

Leadership Reliability Communication Access Network Detail Oriented Lifting Ability Problem Solving Access Controls Network Routing Computer Science Network Switches CompTIA Network+ Network Security Firmware Updates Wireless Networks Business Valuation Wide Area Networks, Network Performance Management Information Technology Operations Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) Cisco Certified Network Associate Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

At least 2 years, Required Skills & Knowledge

Strong understanding of:

o TCP/IP

o DHCP

o Routing protocols

o LAN/WAN infrastructure

o VLAN design and implementation

o Wireless networking technologies

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to service excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting Industrial Ethernet networks and OT environments.

Experience configuring and troubleshooting managed switches and wireless infrastructure.

Familiarity with manufacturing, industrial automation, or plant-floor networking environments.

Education & Experience

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field preferred.

2+ years of experience in a network environment preferred.

Certifications

The following certifications are preferred but not required:

CompTIA Network+

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Physical & Work Requirements

Ability to lift and install network equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

24/7 facility. Availability to participate in after-hours maintenance activities and on-call support rotations.

Food safety requirements:

Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.

Follow standard company procedures for entry into plant areas

position location:

This position will be required to reside 5 days a week at the production facility located in Coopersville Michigan

Skills

router, switches, lan wan, vlan, wireless network, wireless, troubleshoot network, ccna, comptia network+, ethernet, operational technology, industrial automation

Top Skills Details

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Additional Skills & Qualifications

-Experience supporting Industrial Ethernet networks and OT environments.

-Familiarity with manufacturing, industrial automation, or plant-floor networking environments

-Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, or Network Engineering

-CompTIA Network+ or CCNA certification (even if they are working towards these two certifications, include in candidate summary)., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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