IT Systems Administrator (Relocation assistance is not available)

IT Systems AdministratorChelten House Products, Inc. is a fourth-generation, family-owned food industry manufacturer with facilities in Swedesboro, widely recognized for our commitment to creating the finest-tasting pasta sauces, salad dressings, salsas, ketchup, and other sauces and blends.Competitive pay: $80,000-$100,000 annually, based on experience and qualificationsBenefits such as medical, vision, and dental on the 1st of the month after hire datePaid time off and paid holidaysAnnual performance-based bonus and annual performance review for potential merit increaseCompany-wide perks and employee appreciation eventsSupplemental benefits, including life insurance and 401k contributionsIncentive-based Refer-a-Friend ProgramTeam training sessions and advancement opportunitiesWe are seeking a Systems Administrator to provide day-to-day support, administration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our Microsoft server environment, identity platforms, and network infrastructure.Reporting to the IT Infrastructure & Security Manager, this role supports Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and related services while assisting with LAN and wireless network operations.The ideal candidate will bring strong Microsoft systems administration fundamentals and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to independently handle routine administration and support while collaborating with internal users, IT colleagues, vendors, and service providers. This role also provides an opportunity to continue developing skills in cloud, security, networking, and automation technologies.Install, configure, administer, and maintain Microsoft Windows Server operating systems and related services.Administer Active Directory, including user and computer accounts, security groups, organizational units, Group Policy, permissions, and domain services.Support Microsoft Entra ID, including identity management, group administration, multifactor authentication, and synchronization with on-premises Active Directory; assist with conditional-access policies and other advanced identity capabilities as needed.Assist with Microsoft 365 administration, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, licensing, and user access.Monitor server health, system performance, storage capacity, event logs, and availability.Perform operating-system patching, software updates, vulnerability remediation, and routine system maintenance in accordance with established procedures.Manage file shares, NTFS permissions, print services, certificates, DNS, DHCP, and other core infrastructure services.Support backup, restoration, disaster-recovery, and business-continuity processes.Provide basic administration and troubleshooting for LAN and WLAN infrastructure, including switches, access points, VLANs, IP addressing, connectivity, and wireless coverage; escalate more complex network issues as appropriate.Troubleshoot server, authentication, network, application, and endpoint issues escalated by the help desk.Assist with server, network, cloud, and infrastructure implementation or upgrade projects under the direction of the IT Infrastructure & Security Manager.Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, network diagrams, procedures, assets, licenses, and administrative credentials.Follow established security practices, change-management procedures, and access-control standards.Participate in an on-call rotation and perform occasional after-hours maintenance as business needs require.2 or more years of professional experience in systems administration, IT infrastructure, or a closely related technical role, with demonstrated hands-on experience supporting Microsoft server and Active Directory environments.Hands-on experience administering Microsoft Windows Server and Active Directory.Working knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID and identity administration; experience in a hybrid identity environment is preferred but not required.Experience with Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, file services, and access permissions.Basic knowledge of LAN and WLAN administration, including TCP/IP, switching, VLANs, wireless access points, and network troubleshooting.Familiarity with Microsoft 365 administration.Experience with system monitoring, patch management, endpoint protection, backup, and recovery tools.Ability to diagnose technical problems methodically, resolve routine issues independently, and escalate complex issues appropriately.Experience with VMware, AHV, or another virtualization platform.Familiarity with PowerShell scripting and task automation.Experience supporting firewalls, VPNs, network switches, and enterprise wireless platforms.Knowledge of Microsoft Intune, endpoint management, or mobile-device management.Familiarity with Azure infrastructure and cloud-based services.Experience working in a manufacturing, distribution, or other operational environment.Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, including least-privilege access, multifactor authentication, vulnerability management, and incident response.Microsoft, CompTIA, Cisco, or equivalent industry certification.