IT Systems Administrator | Caledonia, MI

Salary Range: $71,000 - $110,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling in it systems administrator? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Caledonia seeking experienced IT Systems Administrators to drive results.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Caledonia 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

• Ensure high availability and reliability of critical manufacturing IT systems (MES, SCADA, ERP) to minimize production downtime.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for factory floor hardware, software, and industrial control systems (PLCs, HMIs, industrial PCs).
• Manage and maintain network infrastructure for both operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) environments, ensuring secure and efficient data flow.
• Implement and enforce cybersecurity policies and best practices to protect sensitive manufacturing data and intellectual property.
• Perform regular backups, disaster recovery planning, and system restorations for critical production servers and data.
• Administer and optimize Windows and Linux servers, virtual environments, and storage solutions supporting manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with production teams and vendors to evaluate, implement, and integrate new technologies and system upgrades.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in Windows Server administration, Active Directory, and virtualization technologies (VMware/Hyper-V).
• Strong understanding of network protocols, firewalls, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Experience supporting IT infrastructure in a manufacturing or industrial environment, including awareness of OT/IT integration.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex system issues quickly to minimize production downtime.
• Experience with data backup, recovery, and business continuity planning.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Operational Technology (OT) systems (SCADA, MES, DCS).
• Familiarity with industrial networking protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET).
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles for Industrial Control Systems (ICS).
• Experience supporting Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems common in manufacturing (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Knowledge of IoT/IIoT platforms and edge computing in a production environment.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Systems Administrator, IT Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, Server Administrator, Infrastructure Engineer, IT Operations Engineer, Cloud Administrator, Systems 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.