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.