IT Specialist

5 days ago

Spring Valley, United States SATA USA Inc. Full time

Position: IT Specialist

Company: SATA USA Inc.


Who is SATA?

We are a successful, dynamic company in the metal industry and manufacture premium tools for surface coating in series production. Whether for noble car bodies, exclusive musical instruments or designer furniture, where perfect finishes are of utmost importance, people around the globe swear by SATA. 


SATA spray guns, breathing protection systems, compressed air filters and a wide range of accessories are exclusively developed and manufactured in Germany and enjoy an excellent reputation all over the world. The SATA brand maintains long standing customers worldwide who receive the perfect tools and therefore have the best conditions for excellent work.


ROLE

We are actively seeking a dynamic and results-driven IT Specialist to join our team and contribute to the management and enhancement of our organization's IT performance. As a key member of our team, the IT Specialist will play a crucial role in various aspects of our IT infrastructure and operations.


Essential Functions & Responsibilities

  • This position reports to the VP - SATA USA. 
  • Manage and maintain IT systems, encompassing hardware, software, network infrastructure, and service provider management, while coordinating with the head office in Germany.
  • Ensure seamless integration of new systems and other critical applications.
  • Provide first-level support for IT-related issues, including troubleshooting and problem resolution.
  • Support SATA Canada operations (5%-10%).
  • Implement and maintain IT security measures to safeguard company data and assets.
  • Oversee documentation processes, including naming conventions, labeling, and floor plans.
  • Manage redundancy and failover capabilities for network, server, and storage systems.
  • Develop and maintain network logical designs, including IP address design and network segmentation.
  • Monitor and maintain video surveillance systems, including cameras, storage, and management stations.
  • Maintain warehouse PCs and manage inventory adjustment systems.
  • Ensure compliance with IT standards and protocols, including backup procedures and virtualization technologies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Global) to support IT initiatives and projects.


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Proven experience in IT infrastructure management, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Strong knowledge of networking principles, IT security protocols, and SAP integration.
  • Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., vmWare) and backup solutions.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Cisco, Microsoft, vmWare) are a plus.