IT Systems Administrator - Manistee Area

Job Description:

IT Systems Administrator | Manistee, 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 Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Manistee seeking experienced IT Systems Administrators to drive results.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Manistee that are adding IT Systems Administrators to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain server infrastructure (physical and virtual) crucial for manufacturing operations.
• Ensure the reliability and performance of critical production systems and applications.
• Implement and monitor security measures to protect manufacturing data and intellectual property.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for IT systems across production facilities.
• Administer and optimize network infrastructure supporting factory automation and control systems.
• Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in IT systems administration, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven experience managing and maintaining Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and Group Policies.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless technologies.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and storage solutions (SAN/NAS).
• Familiarity with industrial control systems (ICS) and operational technology (OT) environments is a plus.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with SCADA or other industrial control systems.
• Familiarity with ISA-95 or similar manufacturing IT frameworks.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for operational technology (OT) environments.
• Experience supporting ERP systems commonly used in manufacturing (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).

Job Titles That Should Apply

IT Systems Administrator, Systems Administrator, System Administrator, Network Administrator, Server Administrator, Infrastructure Engineer, IT Administrator, Systems Engineer, Senior Systems Administrator, Junior Systems Administrator, Cloud Systems Administrator, DevOps Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at

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 at The Pivot Group Network 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.

Required Skills:
• Resume
• Data
• Offers
• Dynamics
• Support
• Microsoft Dynamics
• Virtualization
• Operations
• Firewalls
• ERP
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• VMware
• Recruiting
• Windows Server
• Compensation
• Active Directory
• Reliability
• Storage
• DevOps
• SAP
• Infrastructure
• Manufacturing
• Automation
• Information Technology
• Technical Support
• Computer Science
• Oracle
• Security
• Troubleshooting
• Administration
• Windows
• Preparation
• Documentation
• Science


Salary Package:
$ 71,000.00 - 110,000.00 (US Dollar)