IT Support Specialist, Rockford

Perfetti Van Melle

  • Rockford, IL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 24 days ago
OVERVIEWPerfetti Van Melle (makers of Mentos, Airheads, Dentyne, Trident and Bubblicious!) is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum with global brands that are being enjoyed in more than 150 countries worldwide. We're currently seeking an enthusiastic IT Support Specialist to join our growing team.WHAT YOU WILL DOThe IT Support Specialist is responsible for supporting the LAN administrator by providing basic network administration support (including backup, security management, user account management, e-mail systems including e-mail web server, internet access, office systems and applications support). This role is also responsible for monitoring and acting upon IT events to enable higher availability of IT services and reduce the risks of IT service interruptions. In addition, this person will be responsible for providing time and cost savings by enabling more automated monitoring processes instead of manual labor methods. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Coordinating events including security alerts with responsible support teams for analysis and actions.
  • Proactively following security alerts, incidents and problems to ensure monitoring logs can and will be analyzed for system behavior to enable fast resolutions.
  • Collaborating and supporting monitoring activities for both global and USA IT teams.
  • Supporting the Customer Solutions team in turn-over-production activities to ensure the right monitoring will be implemented prior to the release to production.
  • Conducting regular health checks to ensure optimal IT security, service availability and performance.
  • Conducting preventative and proactive events analysis to ensure actions can be taken timely to prevent incidents and IT security risks.
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
  • Certification, Associates or Bachelor's degree in IT related field such as Computer Science, Information Systems or Business Administration preferred
  • 1-2+ years of relevant work experience within IT infrastructure support teams
  • Knowledge of Windows server, network and desktop hardware, software and Microsoft Office applications preferred
  • General End User Support Experience preferred
  • SolarWinds and Infra monitoring experience preferred
  • Knowledge of setting up remote access for users preferred
  • Ability to administer a 250+ node network including firewalls a plus
  • Ability to support networked printers and photocopiers preferred
  • Working knowledge of current communications devices and protocols, server and desktop technologies preferred
  • Excellent communicate both written and orally.
  • Ability to prioritize, utilize time management, and work cross functionally.
  • Ability to analyse system behavior to translate into actions.
WHAT WE OFFERAt Perfetti Van Melle, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, where all individuals, regardless of background or identity, are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives to the sweet success of our candy-loving community. Additionally, we have a core value of Care For Our People and we are proud to offer benefit programs that support our team members' goals and well-being including:
  • PTO package including vacation, sick, personal, and pay it forward time off
  • 13 paid holidays
  • 401k with Company Match up to 8%, ranking in the top 1% of the country
  • Annual Bonus potential and merit-based increases
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance
  • Annual well-being subsidy
  • 20 weeks Maternity & 12 weeks Paternity leave options
  • Sam's Club or Costco annual membership reimbursement
  • Tuition-Free College Program or Free Continued Education (BA, Masters, etc.)
  • Modest monthly candy allotment (Airheads, Airheads Xtremes, and Mentos)
Join a 2024 NKY Best Workplace by applying today!Perfetti Van Melle, USA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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