Shopfloor IT Operations Specialist – MES / SCADA

Specialist – Shopfloor IT Operations

📍 Location: Blythewood, South Carolina (Onsite – 5 days/week)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
📈 Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree (IT, Engineering, or related)
🏭 Industry: Automotive / Manufacturing / Automation

💰 Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $100,000 – $125,000

• Annual bonus eligible

• Full benefits package

• Relocation assistance available

🚀 Overview

A rapidly growing automotive manufacturing organization is seeking a Shopfloor IT Operations Specialist to support and optimise production-floor IT systems and infrastructure.

This is a hands-on, onsite role focused on ensuring high availability, performance, and reliability of shopfloor technologies across all production shifts.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Shopfloor Systems Support

• Support and maintain systems including:

• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

• SCADA systems

• Torque / Screw Data Management systems

• Monitor, configure, and troubleshoot to ensure system integrity

Hardware & Device Support

• Configure and troubleshoot:

• Worker guidance stations

• Andon boards

• Printers and label systems

• Handheld devices

• Maintain and support shopfloor hardware infrastructure

Service Desk & Support

• Manage and resolve service tickets (Tier 1 support)

• Diagnose and resolve production IT issues quickly

• Provide support across all production shifts

Support Strategy & Operations

• Develop and implement shopfloor IT support concepts

• Conduct audits and generate reports for:

• Compliance

• System performance

• Operational efficiency

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with:

• Production teams

• Engineering

• IT

• Ensure seamless integration of IT systems within manufacturing operations

✅ Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in:

• Manufacturing / industrial IT environments

• Automotive production (preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related field

• 2+ years of project management experience

• Strong knowledge of:

• Shopfloor systems (MES, SCADA, etc.)

• Databases, programming, and communication protocols

• Basic knowledge of:

• Automation technologies

• PLCs and industrial interfaces

⭐ Key Skills

• SCADA / MES / Shopfloor systems expertise

• Automation & PLC fundamentals

• Project management skills

• Hardware troubleshooting and configuration

• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking

• Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments

➕ Preferred Skills

• Experience with:

• Edge computing

• Torque data systems

• Familiarity with:

• AI and Big Data in manufacturing

• ITIL framework

• Knowledge of:

• Robotics, sensors, and industrial systems

🎯 Ideal Candidate

• Hands-on shopfloor IT specialist with manufacturing experience

• Strong in troubleshooting both software and hardware

• Comfortable working in fast-paced production environments

• Able to support operations across multiple shifts

• Proactive in identifying and implementing process improvements

📝 Screening Questions

• Do you have experience supporting shopfloor IT systems and hardware?

• Do you have project management experience?

• Do you have automotive production experience?

• Are you willing to relocate to Blythewood, SC?

• Will you require visa sponsorship now or in the future?

• Does the salary range align with expectations?

Senior Application Analyst – MIS/WMS/ERP | Houston, TX | $90K–$133K | Full-Time

Senior Application Analyst – MIS-WMS-ERP

📍 Location: Houston, TX (Onsite)
💼 Employment Type: Full-time | Senior Level
💵 Salary Range: $90,000 – $133,000 (USD)
👤 Vacancies: 1
🚚 Relocation Assistance: None
🛂 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
✈️ Travel: Not required

About the Role

We’re seeking a Senior Application Analyst to provide critical IT application support for warehouse operations and supply chain systems. This role is responsible for supporting and enhancing a Warehouse Management System (WMS) along with other IT applications used across the CSC facility.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in application support, SQL, Windows servers, and warehouse systems, with the ability to collaborate with leadership, IT teams, and software vendors to deliver scalable and reliable solutions.

This is a hands-on, impactful role where you’ll work directly with users, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure smooth system operations to support business-critical processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for WMS and other CSC applications.

• Analyze, design, test, and implement system programs, enhancements, and upgrades.

• Coordinate with IT vendors, leadership, and internal IT teams to prioritize and deliver solutions.

• Install vendor patches, coordinate hot fixes, and support upgrades including testing.

• Monitor and maintain the integrity of data and application interfaces between multiple systems.

• Troubleshoot system failures/errors, resolve root causes, and implement long-term fixes.

• Document and manage issue/task lists, preparing reports for management.

• Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours technical support.

• Act as an advocate for technical standards and best practices across IT systems.

• Mentor and assist junior analysts in system support and project delivery.

Must-Have Qualifications

✅ 3+ years of experience in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) support
✅ Strong knowledge of Windows servers
✅ Knowledge of SQL, with ability to develop/update SQL scripts
✅ Strong communication skills (verbal & written) and project/task management
✅ Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

⭐ Previous ERP system experience
⭐ Experience supporting large, complex IT environments
⭐ Strong knowledge of application interfaces and data flows

Education & Experience

• Associate’s degree and 2+ years of experience OR 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.

• 3+ years of technical experience in system analysis, design, testing, and implementation (preferably in large, corporate environments).

• Proven ability to support and troubleshoot complex IT problems.

• Demonstrated growth in leadership ability and mentoring others.

Interview Process

1️⃣ Recruiter Screen
2️⃣ 30-minute Zoom interview with Hiring Manager
3️⃣ Panel Interview (60–120 minutes)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plans

• Equity Programs

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Work From Home Flexibility (as role allows)

• Professional growth opportunities

Why Join

This organization is recognized as a Top Workplace for 10+ consecutive years, offering an environment where you’ll be empowered to grow, collaborate, and contribute to meaningful work. With access to cutting-edge systems and a supportive culture, you’ll have the tools and mentorship needed to advance your career.

Systems Analyst III | Mainframe, Windows, UNIX | Reno, NV | $103K–$122K + Relocation

💻 Systems Analyst 3

📍 Reno, NV | In-Office with Flexibility
💼 Mid-Senior Level | Full-Time
💲 Compensation: $103,800 – $122,000 (confidential if posted externally)
🚚 Relocation: Possible for ideal candidate
❌ Visa Sponsorship: Not available

🎯 Role Overview

We’re seeking a Systems Analyst 3 to play a critical role in maintaining and optimizing enterprise systems across Mainframe, Windows, and UNIX environments. In this role, you’ll design, implement, and support systems while ensuring operational efficiency, security, and scalability. You’ll have the opportunity to evaluate new technologies, guide best practices, and provide mentorship while tackling complex technical challenges.

This position is ideal for someone with strong technical expertise, analytical skills, and a passion for system reliability who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

• System Administration: Install, upgrade, and maintain operating systems, applications, hardware, and peripheral equipment.

• Operational Support: Troubleshoot complex technical issues, oversee system performance, and ensure backup and recovery processes are reliable.

• Security: Implement and monitor policies that safeguard systems from unauthorized access or data loss.

• Optimization: Analyze performance metrics, identify bottlenecks, and recommend changes to improve system utilization and capacity.

• Technology Evaluation: Research, recommend, and implement software packages, hardware upgrades, and network enhancements.

• Collaboration: Interface with user communities to understand requirements and deliver solutions that support business operations.

• Documentation & Training: Develop process documentation and provide guidance to less experienced technicians.

• Project Support: Provide technical input for planning, testing, and deploying new solutions and upgrades.

✅ Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience – 4+ additional years without degree).

• Experience: 5+ years supporting Mainframe, Windows, or UNIX operating systems.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Effective communication skills (written and verbal).

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, projects, and priorities concurrently.

🌟 Nice to Have

• Experience mentoring junior team members.

• Knowledge of security frameworks and best practices.

• Proven track record of managing large-scale system improvements.

📌 Why This Role?

This is a chance to shape enterprise-level system performance in the energy/utilities sector. You’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, drive meaningful improvements, and enjoy the balance of independent problem-solving and team collaboration—all while working in a supportive environment with flexibility and growth opportunities.