IT Systems Administrator; Operations Support

Solve Industrial Motion Group; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Solve Industrial Motion Group is seeking an IT Systems Administrator to support manufacturing, warehouse, and office operations with a focus on Microsoft 365, Active Directory, security platforms, and endpoint management. The role collaborates with Corporate IT, Operations, Engineering, and external vendors to ensure reliable, secure, and scalable IT infrastructure and services.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in systems administration, experience in industrial environments, and will stay

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• 5+ years of experience in Systems Administration or related IT role
• Experience supporting manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, or industrial environments
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 Administration, Windows 10/11, Active Directory, Entra ID, Group Policy, Intune, and PowerShell
• Experience administering Fortinet Firewalls, Ubiquiti Networking, Action1, SentinelOne, Halo ITSM, PRTG Network Monitor, RingCentral, Portnox NAC
• Experience supporting enterprise networking including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, wireless networking, and firewall technologies
• Experience administering endpoint management and security platforms
• Proven ability to prioritize multiple support requests while maintaining production system availability
• Flexibility to travel up to 10% during peak times

Responsibilities

• Administer Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Entra ID, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and user identity management, plus cybersecurity platforms and MFA
• Manage endpoint deployment, patching, security, and compliance using Intune, Action1, and related tools
• Maintain Windows OS, Group Policy, endpoint security, and PowerShell automation
• Configure and support network infrastructure including Fortinet, Ubiquiti, switches, VLANs, DNS/DHCP
• Support server infrastructure, cloud services, virtualization, backup, and DR
• Support ERP, WMS, PIM, manufacturing, and warehouse technologies (barcodes, scanners, RF devices)
• Install, configure, troubleshoot desktops/laptops/mobile devices/printers and conferencing tech; provide end-user support
• Resolve hardware, software, networking, and business application issues; document work in ITSM
• Maintain IT asset inventory, docs, standards, and procedures
• Participate in infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and automation with security best practices

Skills

Microsoft 365

Active Directory/Entra ID

PowerShell

Endpoint management

Fortinet security

Ubiquiti networking

Intune

Networking basics (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)

Security policies and MFA

ITIL knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

Fortinet Firewalls

Microsoft Exchange Online/Teams/SharePoint

SentinelOne/Halo ITSM

PRTG Network Monitor

ERP/WMS/PIM systems basics

Job description

Solve Industrial Motion Group strives to be the trusted source for engineered bearings and power transmission solutions. Supported by a diverse range of products within Solve’s brand portfolio and our unmatched technical expertise, we have over 100,000 ready-to-ship components. At Solve we innovate with ambition, offering custom solutions in a wide range of applications. We obsess over our customers, leveraging our nationwide network for industry leading product availability, and best-in-class customer service. Our engaged team leads with integrity, and unites with purpose, driving toward innovation and continuous improvement every day.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Reporting to the IT Senior Manager, the IT Systems Administrator; Operations Support serves as the primary technical resource for manufacturing, warehouse, and office operations while administering, troubleshooting and maintaining the organization's core IT infrastructure. This role is responsible for managing Microsoft 365, Active Directory/Entra ID, endpoint management, networking, security platforms, enterprise applications, and end-user computing environments. The Systems Administrator will lean into their strong collaboration and communication skills, partnering with Corporate IT, Operations, Engineering, and third-party vendors to maintain reliable, secure, and scalable technology that supports daily business operations while providing a high level of customer service and responsive technical support for end users and manufacturing systems. The ideal candidate will be motivated to act as a master of their craft, staying on top of evolving industry trends to be able to implement with technology projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Administer Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and user identity management, as well as cybersecurity platforms, security policies, multi‑factor authentication, and vulnerability remediation
• Manage endpoint deployment, configuration, patching, security, and compliance using Microsoft Intune, Action1, and related management tools
• Maintain Windows operating systems, Group Policy, endpoint security, and automation through PowerShell scripting
• Configure support network infrastructure including Fortinet firewalls, Ubiquiti networking, wireless networks, switches, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, and TCP/IP
• Support server infrastructure, cloud services, virtualization, backup, disaster recovery, and infrastructure monitoring
• Support ERP, WMS, PIM, manufacturing, and warehouse technologies, including barcode printers, handheld scanners, RF devices, and industrial workstations
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain desktops, laptops, mobile devices, printers, conference room technology, and peripheral equipment, and concurrently provide technical support for office, warehouse, manufacturing, and remote users
• Resolve hardware, software, networking, and business application issues while documenting work in the IT service management system
• Maintain IT asset inventory, technical documentation, standards, and operational procedures
• Participate in infrastructure upgrades, acquisitions, technology modernization, and process automation while ensuring compliance with IT security policies and best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• 5+ years of experience in Systems Administration, Infrastructure Support, or a related IT role
• Experience having supported manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, or industrial environments
• Strong working knowledge of: Microsoft 365 Administration, Windows 10/11, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Group Policy, Microsoft Intune, and PowerShell
• Experience administering Fortinet Firewalls, Ubiquiti Networking, Action1, SentinelOne, Halo ITSM, PRTG Network Monitor, RingCentral, Portnox NAC
• Experience supporting enterprise networking including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, wireless networking, and firewall technologies
• Experience administering endpoint management and security platforms
• Proven ability to prioritize multiple support requests while maintaining production system availability
• Flexibility to travel up to 10% during peak times

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supporting Epicor Prophet 21 (P21), Stibo PIM, and BarTender
• Experience having participated in infrastructure migrations, acquisitions, and enterprise technology projects
• Experience supporting manufacturing automation environments
• CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, ITIL Foundation Certification

OUR EMPLOYEE VALUE PROPOSITION

• Market competitive benefits package, including company-sponsored health coverage, life insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid parental leave and paid time off
• Work in a collaborative environment with passionate and innovative teammates

Solve is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offence or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.