Onsite Manufacturing Systems Engineer - IT & Ops Support

System One; Perry (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

System One is seeking a Manufacturing Systems Administrator for a contract role in Perry, GA. The onsite position supports manufacturing operations, maintains MES/SCADA connections, and ensures system security and backup plans.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in manufacturing IT, strong Windows troubleshooting, SQL experience, and a collaborative approach to vendor and internal IT coordination.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, or business systems.
• Experience troubleshooting Windows-based systems, networking fundamentals, and hardware.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a production environment.
• Experience with MES, SCADA, PLC-connected systems, or industrial automation (preferred).
• Experience with SQL databases and reporting tools (preferred).
• Knowledge of barcode printing, vision systems, or manufacturing peripherals (preferred).
• Experience working in a food or regulated manufacturing environment (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing systems and related hardware/software.
• Monitor system performance and resolve issues to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
• Install system updates, patches, and approved software enhancements.
• Support end users by diagnosing and resolving manufacturing system issues.
• Assist with system integrations, configuration changes, and equipment connectivity.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, SOPs, and user guides.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal IT teams to resolve technical issues.
• Perform system backups and assist with data recovery when required.
• Participate in disaster recovery planning and recovery testing.
• Conduct routine system health checks and audits to identify and correct operational issues.
• Maintain user accounts, permissions, and system security in accordance with company policies.
• Communicate system status, maintenance activities, and incidents to management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies related to cybersecurity, data integrity, and change management.
• Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to other team members.

Skills

Windows troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Communication

Task prioritization

Problem solving

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

MES

SCADA

PLC-connected systems

SQL databases

Job description

System One is seeking a Manufacturing Systems Administrator for a contract role in Perry, GA. The onsite position supports manufacturing operations, maintains MES/SCADA connections, and ensures system security and backup plans.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in manufacturing IT, strong Windows troubleshooting, SQL experience, and a collaborative approach to vendor and internal IT coordination.