IT Systems Administrator - Battle Creek Area

Job Description:

IT Systems Administrator | Battle Creek, MI

Salary Range: $72,000 - $111,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in it systems administrator? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Battle Creek seeking experienced IT Systems Administrators.

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 partner with manufacturers across Battle Creek seeking IT Systems Administrators who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain server infrastructure (physical and virtual) for production environments.
• Implement and monitor network security protocols to protect proprietary manufacturing data.
• Administer and support Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and other production-critical applications.
• Perform regular system backups and disaster recovery planning for operational continuity.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for shop floor IT systems and end-users.
• Monitor system performance and proactively identify/resolve issues to minimize downtime.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with SCADA or MES systems.
• Familiarity with industrial networking protocols (e.g., Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP).
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for operational technology (OT) environments.
• Experience with virtualization technologies in a production environment.
• Scripting proficiency (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for automation of routine tasks.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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 ;br>
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
Support
Disaster Recovery
Virtualization
Network Security
Powershell
Salary
Hiring
Partnerships
Recruiting
Compensation
DevOps
Infrastructure
Manufacturing
Automation
Networking
Technical Support
Security
Troubleshooting
Preparation
Planning
Python
Communication

Salary Package:
$ 72,000.00 - 111,000.00 (US Dollar)