Magid ยท 2 days ago
System Administrator
Greater Chicago Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMagid is a leading manufacturer and distributor of safety products, passionate about people and innovation. They are seeking a skilled Systems Administrator to support their manufacturing operations by ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of critical IT systems.
Consumer Goods
Responsibilities
Administer and support core Microsoft technologies, including: Office 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams), Windows Server (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy), Windows 10/11 desktop environments
Provide IT support for manufacturing systems, including: Plant-floor PCs, and specialized equipment software, Industrial workstations and barcode systems, Networked printers, label printers, and scanners
Manage and support VMware virtualization platforms and enterprise storage systems
Monitor system performance and availability of IT systems used in both office and production environments
Ensure up time for mission-critical manufacturing systems; respond quickly to system alerts and outages
Coordinate and perform system patches, updates, and security fixes
Administer user accounts, role-based access controls, and security policies
Provide Tier 2 support and escalate issues as needed. Assist with Tier 1 support during peak periods or plant incidents
Maintain system documentation, configurations, procedures, and asset inventories
Participate in the implementation and rollout of IT projects such as equipment upgrades, new plant technology, and infrastructure expansions
Qualification
Required
Collaborate closely with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to support IT needs on the plant floor
Communicate effectively with plant supervisors, operators, and office staff to provide clear status updates on incidents or planned maintenance
Assist in identifying and implementing improvements to system reliability and efficiency
Follow company change management and incident response procedures to minimize disruption to operations
Maintain awareness of how IT systems impact plant production and supply chain processes
Strong experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group Policy
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 administration
Experience with VMware virtualization and basic enterprise storage maintenance
Working knowledge of PowerShell scripting and automation
Familiarity with networked industrial devices and manufacturing IT (SCADA, MES, PLCs, or HMI systems) is a plus
Experience with Microsoft SCCM or similar device management tools
Basic understanding of Linux is helpful but not required
Awareness of IT security practices, access control, and endpoint protection
Effective communication skills to work with both technical and non-technical users
Ability to prioritize and respond quickly in time-sensitive production environments
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
Initiative-taking and dependable; able to work independently and within a team
Customer-focused with an initiative-taking approach to system issues
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred; an Associate's degree or relevant technical certifications (e.g., CompTIA, Microsoft) may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree
5+ years of IT experience, with at least 2+ years supporting systems in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
Bonus plan
401k retirement plan with company match
Company provided Profit Sharing
Participation in Magid Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy
9 Paid Holidays
Company
Magid
As your true partner in safety, our mission is to provide the expertise and revolutionary innovations in PPE that help you keep your workers safe.
501-1000 employees
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