System AdministratorLocation: Manning, IA Department: IT Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho We AreAt Puck, we are Built to Lead. We are a dynamic manufacturing company committed to delivering high-quality products and fostering a team environment where every member plays a critical role in our success. If you are a technically skilled, proactive IT professional with hands-on infrastructure and network experience who thrives on keeping systems running and organizations secure, we want to hear from you.What You'll DoAs a System Administrator, you will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing Puck's IT infrastructure to ensure reliable and secure operations across office and manufacturing environments.
You will lead system performance, network stability, cybersecurity practices, and user support — balancing day-to-day support with longer-term system improvements and strategic IT initiatives.Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:Administering and maintaining servers, endpoints, networks, and cloud-based services to ensure system reliability and production uptimeImplementing system monitoring, backup, and disaster recovery processes in alignment with ISO 9001 operational control and risk-based thinkingEnsuring systems supporting manufacturing, quality, and shipping functions are controlled, available, and recoverablePartnering with external partners, operations, engineering, and quality teams to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement initiativesPlanning and executing system changes in coordination with production schedulesDeveloping, maintaining, and enforcing IT policies, procedures, and work instructionsEnsuring change management practices are followed for system updates and infrastructure changesMaintaining asset inventories, access logs, and system documentation to support traceability and audit readinessEstablishing escalation paths and incident response proceduresCybersecurity & CMMC 2.0 ComplianceCoordinating implementation and maintaining security controls aligned with CMMC 2.0 Level 1 / Level 2 requirements, including access control, identification and authentication, system patching, vulnerability remediation, endpoint protection, and incident detection and responseMaintaining documentation, system inventories, and evidence required for cybersecurity assessmentsCoordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure secure handling of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) where applicableContinuous Improvement & Risk ManagementUsing data, incident trends, and audit findings to drive improvements in system reliability and securityEvaluating emerging risks and recommending mitigation strategiesSupporting business continuity and disaster recovery planningWhat We're Looking ForCompetencies:Technical CapacityProblem SolvingCommunication ProficiencyTeamworkRequired Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field — or equivalent experience3–5+ years of progressive IT experience, including systems administrationDemonstrated experience with Windows Server and Active Directory, Microsoft 365 administration, network infrastructure (firewalls, switches, VPNs), and backup, recovery, and system monitoringExperience supporting compliance, audits, or regulated environmentsSupervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position is responsible for the direct supervision and management of all employees within the IT department, including recruiting, hiring, onboarding, directing work, performance evaluations, and ongoing coaching and development.Physical RequirementsThis role is primarily office-based. Team members must be able to:Sit, stand, walk, and alternate positions throughout the dayUse hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and climb stairs as neededOccasionally lift office products and supplies up to 20 lbs.Work EnvironmentThis role operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. This role occasionally requires entry into active manufacturing areas to support equipment, infrastructure, or on-site technical needs, where moderate noise levels, moving machinery, and industrial equipment may be present.TravelSome travel to various Puck locations will be required, including out-of-area and overnight travel.What Puck Offers YouWe believe our team members deserve a benefits package as strong as the products we build.
Full-time team members are eligible for benefits beginning the first of the month following 60 days of employment.Health & WellnessMedical insurance through Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield — choice of $2,000 PPO or High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)Employee-only medical premium starting at $120/monthFree Doctor on Demand virtual visits (covered at 100% on both plans)Dental insurance through Delta Dental of IowaVision insurance through Delta VisionHealth Savings Account (HSA) — eligible with HDHP enrollmentFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) — Health Care, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care optionsFinancial ProtectionCompany-paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance (1x annual earnings up to $50,000)Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and dependentsVoluntary Short-Term Disability — replaces up to 60% of income (up to $1,500/week)Voluntary Long-Term Disability — replaces up to 60% of income (up to $7,500/month)Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance through Mutual of Omaha401(k) retirement planSupport & Well-BeingEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) through Mutual of Omaha — free, confidential support for emotional, legal, financial, and personal well-being available 24/7/365Equal Employment OpportunityPuck provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. Puck complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Puck expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.