3rd Shift Senior Specialist, IT Support

Date: Oct 19, 2026

Location: Hiram, OH, US, 44234-1806

Company: Great Lakes Cheese

Job Overview

The 3rd Shift Senior Specialist, IT Support is responsible for Level 2 overnight support and maintenance of desktop, mobile, phone, and customer experience across the organization. This role ensures continuous IT operations by resolving complex technical issues, maintaining hardware/software, and providing exceptional service to users during non-business hours. The position supports the internal IT Service Desk and contributes to overall system reliability and performance.
 

Job Responsibilities

  • Provide overnight technical support via phone, email, remote tools, and in-person for hardware, software, and network-related issues.
  • Log, prioritize, and track support requests through the ticketing system, ensuring timely resolution or escalation.
  • Guide users through diagnostic procedures and collect detailed information to identify root causes.
  • Escalate highly complex or unresolved issues to appropriate IT teams while maintaining clear documentation.
  • Maintain accurate records of issues, solutions, and incident history for reporting and trend analysis.
  • Independently install, configure, and troubleshoot desktop systems, laptops, mobile devices, printers, and peripherals.
  • Monitor and support enterprise applications, phone systems, and network connectivity.
  • Perform software updates, system patches, and general maintenance during off peak hours.
  • Assist with change control implementations and routine system checks during overnight windows.
  • Participate in on-call rotation for critical support needs, including weekends and holidays as required.
  • Support IT onboarding for overnight shift hires, including setup and orientation.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational security standards and Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program guidelines.
  • Adhere to all safety and quality policies and procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned by the IT Manager.
  • Ability to travel up to 20%.

Required Education and Experience

  • High school diploma and 1 year of hands-on IT experience. 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft operating systems and Office applications.
  • Strong customer service orientation with effective communication skills.
  • Understanding of basic networking principles and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree. 
  • 2-4 years of relevant experience. 
  • Experience with IT Service Desk operations or support ticketing systems.
  • Familiarity with SAP, MES, InfinityQS systems
  • Familiarity with network hardware (e.g., switches, routers).
  • Certifications in Microsoft, Cisco, or VMWare technologies.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing or 24x7 operational environments.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an office setting.
• Occasional exposure to industrial operations including: temperature extremes from approximately 35ºF to 100ºF; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.