We are looking for an experienced Help Desk and Infrastructure Manager to oversee IT support operations and infrastructure management within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role combines leadership responsibilities with hands-on technical expertise to ensure seamless IT operations. As this is a long-term contract position, the ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to building processes and developing team capabilities for sustained organizational growth.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and mentor a team of four IT support professionals, fostering their growth and enhancing their technical abilities.<br>• Serve as the primary escalation point for Tier 2 support issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution.<br>• Manage approximately 400 support tickets monthly, maintaining high-quality service standards.<br>• Develop and implement a tiered support model to streamline operations and improve efficiency.<br>• Administer and optimize Microsoft O365/M365 services to meet organizational needs.<br>• Oversee endpoint management, patching, and updates using NinjaOne to ensure system security and functionality.<br>• Manage and improve Zendesk ticketing workflows, including metrics tracking and reporting.<br>• Build and maintain a SharePoint-based intranet and collaborate with marketing on SharePoint-driven initiatives.<br>• Identify gaps in team skills and operational processes, implementing training or staffing solutions to address them.<br>• Contribute to long-term IT planning and scalability by preparing for future workforce management tools and capabilities.
