IT Support / IT Operations Specialist – Manufacturing Environment (Rochdale)
Contract: 6 Months (Extension Highly Likely)
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: Saturday–Monday, 06:00–18:00 + On-Call 18:00–23:00 (Sat & Sun)
Are you an experienced IT Support or Operations Specialist looking for a new contract opportunity?
We’re supporting one of our clients in the manufacturing sector with the recruitment of an on‑site IT Support / IT Operations Specialist to join their new production facility in Rochdale.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working close to production, combining hands‑on IT support with factory systems such as MES, WMS, ERP, and automation technologies.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide hands‑on IT support across both production and office environments
* Support and troubleshoot MES, WMS (WAMAS, Lighthouse), and ERP systems
* Monitor and maintain factory IT infrastructure and networks (Cisco wired & Wi‑Fi)
* Perform SQL‑based troubleshooting and assist with system integrations
* Document incidents, resolutions, and updates using the ITSM system
* Collaborate with internal IT teams, external vendors, and automation specialists
Ideal Profile
* Proven experience in IT Support or IT Operations, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment
* Strong knowledge of Windows, Office 365, SQL, and networking (Cisco)
* Hands‑on experience with MES/WMS/ERP systems is highly desirable
* Flexible, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a production setting
Seniority Level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
* Contract
Job Function
* Information Technology
Industries
* IT System Training and Support, IT Services and IT Consulting, and IT System Operations and Maintenance
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