IT Systems Administrator

MPI Knox Indiana Full-Time First Shift $88000-$92000

MPI is looking for an IT Systems Administrator to join our Knox Indiana team and play a key role in keeping our manufacturing operations connected secure reliable and running efficiently.

This is a hands-on opportunity for an IT professional who enjoys solving problems working directly with employees and supporting technology in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will work closely with our Corporate IT Manager and plant leadership while having ownership of day-to-day IT support and systems at our Knox facility.

If you enjoy a role where no two days are exactly the same this could be a great opportunity for you.

• Provide hands-on IT support for employees computers laptops printers barcode scanners label printers mobile devices production terminals and other technology.
• Troubleshoot and maintain Windows workstations servers networks Wi-Fi switches firewalls VPN DNS DHCP and related infrastructure.
• Administer Active Directory Microsoft Entra ID Microsoft 365 Outlook Teams SharePoint OneDrive user accounts permissions and security controls.
• Support PLEX ERP and manufacturing systems including production terminals labels scanners transactions reports and user access.
• Support shop-floor technology including production data collection traceability quality systems inspection equipment cameras and manufacturing technology.
• Manage employee IT onboarding and offboarding including account access equipment software and system permissions.
• Monitor backups assist with recovery testing patching cybersecurity endpoint protection and vulnerability remediation.
• Respond quickly to technology issues affecting production shipping receiving quality payroll and customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate IT asset inventories system documentation network diagrams licenses equipment records and change records.
• Work with vendors contractors telecommunications providers Corporate IT and software support teams.
• Help with new equipment installations technology projects manufacturing launches upgrades and continuous improvement.
• Train employees on technology cybersecurity PLEX and proper support procedures.
• Support company requirements related to IATF 16949 cybersecurity audits data protection and controlled manufacturing records.

• 3 years of hands-on IT support systems administration networking or related experience preferably in manufacturing.
• High school diploma/GED required; IT networking cybersecurity or related education preferred.
• Experience with Windows Microsoft 365 Active Directory networking hardware servers backups printers and troubleshooting.
• Strong problem-solving and customer-service skills with the ability to prioritize production-critical issues.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical employees.
• Ability to work independently while partnering with Corporate IT and plant leadership.
• Must be available for First Shift with occasional on-call weekend shutdown and emergency support.

• PLEX ERP / automotive manufacturing
• IATF 16949 TISAX cybersecurity or ISO environments
• Microsoft Entra ID / Active Directory / Group Policy
• Network administration virtualization cloud services and backup systems
• Manufacturing equipment barcode scanners industrial printers cameras and shop-floor technology
• PowerShell or IT automation
• Cybersecurity vulnerability management and incident response
• EDI customer labels traceability and production data systems
• CompTIA A Network Security Microsoft Cisco or similar certifications

Youll have the opportunity to own important plant-level technology solve real manufacturing challenges work with modern IT systems and make a direct impact on daily operations. This position offers variety responsibility professional growth and the opportunity to work alongside both plant and corporate teams.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and maintaining a respectful inclusive workplace.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority