Summary: The Network Administrator supports the health and operation of the network (hardware and software), computers, printers and devices attached to this network. They manage all file servers used to support and operate Company Applications as well as third party applications. They are responsible for maintenance of all standards and compliancy. They will perform related tasks as they relate to the network systems and assume responsibility for the day-to-day maintenance and reliability of this network.

Key Accountabilities:

• Network administration (including backup, security management, user account management, e-mail systems including e-mail web server, internet access, office systems and applications support)

• Provide support to Employees and Helpdesk Personnel with problems relating to computers, network systems, printers and other devices connected to the network.

• Manage computer requirements, providing improvement recommendations as to best fit and function

• Manage all servers, keeping them up to date with security and other patches as well as monitor and maintain a healthy storage system

• Maintain documentation as necessary for all network systems

• Perform hands-on review of network environments, including network device and server configurations

• Evaluate and modify system's performance, report monthly or as directed

• Ensure network connectivity throughout a company's Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) infrastructure is on par with technical considerations.

• Support escalations for service and break fix tickets

• Work during appropriate maintenance windows

• Performs all other duties as assigned

Education an Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• 24x7x365 availability inclusive of on call duties, as assigned

• Through knowledge of all technologies used in the setup and operation of a LAN or WAN

• 3 years of professional experience in Computer Networks

• Strong analytical skills, work ethic, independence, problem solving ability, and positive attitude

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task

Skills, Abilities, and Competencies:

• Ability to support plant floor activities, including follow-up, and assisting the plant employees in resolving manufacturing problems with Information Technology (IT) solutions and applications

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive and cooperative relationships in the face of problems

• Demonstrated ability to prevent and solve simple problems, seeking help from others when required

• Ability to uses appropriate methods of communications (face-to-face, email, phone, etc.) to achieve desired results

• Ability to manage multiple issues at one time, handling appropriate priorities

• Ability to effectively interact with diverse personalities; tactful, mature, flexible.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong analytical, problem solving and reasoning skills

• Resourceful and well organized.

• Ability to establish credibility, be decisive, and support organization’s preferences and priorities.

• Results-oriented with the ability to balance other business considerations

• Ability to work any shift as well as over-time as needed