Senior Systems Administrator

Summary

The Toyoda Gosei Group is a leading global manufacturer of rubber and plastic automotive components, safety systems and LEDs. Globally Headquartered in Japan with a network of 67 group companies in 17 countries and regions, the Group brings its extensive range of products to customers all over the world.

Toyoda Gosei North America (headquartered in Troy, MI) has an opening for a Senior Systems Administrator in the Computer Information Systems department. The Sr Systems Administrator functions with a high degree of autonomy, and is responsible for professional-level system and software administration for AS/400, EDI, Info Future Three, and others as assigned for Toyoda Gosei (TG) North America Corporation (TGNA) and TGNA Manufacturing Companies (AMCs).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and support AS/400 systems, including security, backups, performance, and user support.
• Manage and support Infor Future Three software, ensuring seamless integration with business processes.
• Lead setup and implementation of EDI, shipping, and invoicing software for new North American Manufacturing Companies (NAMCs) and customers.
• Act as a resource to internal teams and external customers for shipping, labeling, and EDI-related issues, ensuring timely resolution.
• Partner with Accounting to identify and resolve outstanding receivables.
• Configure and maintain security for AS/400 and Infor applications, including user provisioning, access reviews, and audit reporting.
• Develop and maintain reports in IBI and AS/400 to support business needs related to shipping, EDI, and invoicing.
• Coordinate end-to-end implementation and testing of new customer business processes.
• Monitor EDI data flow to ensure optimal system performance and reliability.
• Drive optimization by being actively engaged in continuous improvement efforts (kaizen) such as streamlining processes, optimizing systems and enhancing overall efficiency
• This role requires the completion of other duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

Certifications and Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field is required, or equivalent years of relevant experience is required

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a systems analysis or application program development function is required

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Technology Competencies

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suites 2016 or newer is required
• Demonstrable experience working with AS400, IBI and Infor Software is required

Work Environment

• Hybrid Environment, mainly Office Environment but some Plant Environment required

Additional Competencies

• Ability to consistently meet deadlines is required
• Effective verbal, non-verbal, negotiation and written communication skills are required
• Ability to sustain a high degree of professionalism in interacting with internal and external customers is required
• Effective attention to detail, problem solving, analytical and organizational skills are required

Benefits (subject to eligibility):

• Hybrid Work Style (if eligible)
• Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Program)
• Company Paid STD, LTD, Life, and AD&D
• Generous Employer Contribution to HSA
• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401K Company Match
• Paid Time Off/Holidays
• Free Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Reimbursement Programs (Cellphone, Tuition, Vehicle, etc.)
• Multiple Free Wellness Programs Offered

Equal Opportunity Employer

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