IT Systems Administrator | Portage, MI

Salary Range: $70,000 - $109,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in it systems administrator? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Portage seeking experienced IT Systems Administrators.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Portage region seeking IT Systems Administrators. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and ensure high availability of critical production systems, servers, and network infrastructure.
• Administer and troubleshoot specialized manufacturing software (e.g., MES, SCADA) and industrial control systems (ICS).
• Implement and manage cybersecurity measures to protect both IT and operational technology (OT) environments.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing floor hardware, workstations, and user issues, ensuring minimal production disruption.
• Manage data backup, recovery, and disaster recovery plans for critical manufacturing data and systems.
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize efficiency and reliability of production IT.
• Collaborate with production teams to understand IT needs and support the integration of new technologies on the factory floor.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong experience with Windows Server administration, Active Directory, and virtualization technologies (VMware/Hyper-V).
• Solid understanding of network infrastructure (TCP/IP, routing, switching, firewalls) in an industrial environment.
• Familiarity with Operational Technology (OT) systems such as SCADA, MES, and PLC connectivity.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot hardware and software issues efficiently in a fast-paced production setting.
• Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions, and implementing basic cybersecurity best practices.

Bonus Qualifications

• Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), SCADA, or industrial control systems (ICS).
• Understanding of Operational Technology (OT) networks and cybersecurity best practices for industrial environments.
• Experience supporting ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) specifically within a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of industrial networking protocols (e.g., Modbus, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Systems Administrator, IT Systems Administrator, Senior Systems Administrator, Infrastructure Engineer, Server Administrator, Network Administrator, Cloud Administrator, IT Administrator, Systems Engineer, Technical Operations Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.