Local IT Support Specialist

Grafton, Wisconsin

Miba Industrial Bearings US LLC
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Local IT Support Specialist
Sites:
Grafton, WI (Main office) and support to Columbus, NE.
MIBA Industrial Bearings U.S., LLC
Job Summary:
The Local IT Support Specialist is responsible for monitoring and performing information services-related activities following established procedures under the supervision and direction of the Site Manager. The role requires utilizing decision-making skills to diagnose various situations and problems that may arise.
Responsibilities:
  • PC and Network Support: Install, configure, and support all PC-related components to ensure client hardware supports the information systems architecture.
  • Purchasing: IT related supplies (accessories not supported by SCNA) with the approval of the Site Manager and/or Regional IT Lead.
General Activities:
  • Identify improvement ideas and contribute to implementing local improvements.
  • Provide on-site support for Global IT/D Product Teams: Service and Devices, IP, DWP, CRS in IT-related topics, including office and shopfloor, according to global support processes.
  • Assistance for local topics coming out of the global IT/D products including storage and exchange of hardware components.
  • Assist users in creating "tickets" if necessary.
  • Forward topics to the global support organization and the responsible IT/D products.
  • Conduct end-user training on IT topics, including "basic" training and translation for localized content like how-to guides.
  • Test local solutions (e.g., new meeting room equipment, new hardware, printers ).
  • Proactively monitor and maintain IT equipment (e.g., meeting rooms, all kinds of devices).
  • Contribute to local IT security topics.
  • Create and manage appropriate knowledge articles for local solutions and share them with the Servicedesk. Contribute to general improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain local guidelines and manuals.
  • Handle ticket escalations on-site.
  • Align planned downtime with local and global teams.
  • Coordinate external support activities.
  • Support, procurement and registering to central CMDB of site-specific IT applications & equipment on site (based on global/local contracts & standards) outside of the IT/D Service Catalogue.
  • Accountable for storage of spare parts/clients roll-outs, monitors, keyboards, etc.
  • Use Active Directory to set up/maintain users, etc.
Special Topics:
  • (Network) Infrastructure Topics:
    • Monitor local NW-hardware in DNA-Center.
    • Load software and configuration through DNA-Center.
    • Organize replacement of spares.
    • Patch cables.
    • Allow devices on ISE (network-port-security).
    • Troubleshoot connections on ISE.
  • Server:
    • Monitor local server hardware.
    • Get faulty hardware exchanged in coordination with partners.
  • End-user Devices (PC, Printer, Mobile phones, supplies):
    • Setup, install, return, replace, and handle RMA for standard and non-standard hardware (PC, Notebooks, Mobile phones).
    • Install software that requires local presence.
    • Manage on-site storage for IT devices and supplies.
    • Ensure patch-update compliance for non-standard devices.
  • IIoT / Machine Connection:
    • Integrate Edge Device into the machine network.
    • Coordinate the replacement and installation of machine network hardware with Industrial Engineering and Maintenance departments.
    • Handle updates and failure management for proprietary software used on single machines.
    • Backup and restore proprietary hardware (e.g., Win2000 on machines).
    • Provide first-level support for IIoT issues.
  • EHSM/Q:
    • Access Control System :
      • Support guest/employee card printers, controllers, reading devices, etc.
      • Provide extended support for user management.
    • CCTV (video surveillance):
      • Support infrastructure topics (e.g., servers, cameras).
      • Configure cameras.

Qualifications:
  • Associate degree or equivalent.
  • Minimum 2 years of systems administration experience, including exposure to network operating systems, client-server architectures, and Microsoft Active Directory.
  • Technical knowledge of PC hardware and Windows operating systems, including hardware and software installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience managing a multi-site medium-sized PC network, including exposure to LAN and WAN technologies, basic hardware configuration, and management and troubleshooting of network issues.
  • Working knowledge of software productivity tools such as Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to prioritize and organize tasks and work independently with minimum supervision.
  • Good communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Must be able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs.
Soft Skills:
  • Taking Personal Responsibility and Showing Reliability
  • Empathy and Effective Communication Tailored to the Audience
  • Ability to Perform Under Pressure/Stress Management/Resilience
  • Time Management and Organizational Skills
Professional Expertise:
  • Specific IT Competence as per Responsibility
  • Problem Analysis/Solution Capability
Additional Requirements:
  • Fundamental understanding of IT infrastructure and software applications.
If you are interested in joining our team and contributing to Miba AG's mission of "Technologies for a cleaner planet," please apply with your resume and cover letter.
Date Posted: 06 May 2025
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