Specialist, IT Support (Third Shift)
Date: Jun 18, 2025
Location: Hiram, OH, US, 44234-1806
Company: Great Lakes Cheese
Job Overview
The IT Support Specialist is responsible for Level 1 support and maintenance of the company’s desktop, mobile, phone, IT and shop floor systems. This role ensures smooth IT operations during non-business hours by resolving technical issues, supporting the internal IT Service Desk, and maintaining hardware, software, and related equipment. Regular business hours for this role: 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM EST.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide 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 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.
- 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 responsibilities as assigned by the Manager.
- Up to 25% travel within the United State as required
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or equivalent hands-on IT experience.
- Strong communication and customer centric IT service skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft operating systems and Office applications.
- Understanding of basic networking principles and troubleshooting.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision during overnight hours.
Preferred Education and 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
• Occasional exposure to industrial operations including: temperature extremes from approximately 35ºF to 100ºF; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery.
• Work is performed in an office setting.
EEOC & Disclaimer
Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.