DePuy Synthes, part of Johnson & Johnson MedTech, is a leading provider of orthopedic solutions, dedicated to improving the lives of patients around the world. With a comprehensive portfolio of products and services, DePuy Synthes focuses on innovation and excellence in orthopedic surgery, trauma care, cranio-maxillofacial and spinal surgery.

Job Title: Manufacturing Systems Network Administrator

Location: Cork/Raynham
Company: Johnson & Johnson Medtech

Overview

Johnson & Johnson Medtech is a leader in orthopedics, providing one of the most comprehensive portfolios in the industry. Our Joints reconstruction manufacturing facilities are located globally, including sites in Raynham & Bridgewater, MA; Warsaw, IN; Cork, Ireland; Blackpool, UK; Leeds, UK; Suzhou, China; and a new site in Costa Rica.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Joints Global Manufacturing Systems Standards lead, the Manufacturing Systems Network Administrator will be responsible for overseeing the organization's network infrastructure, ensuring its reliability, performance, and security. The role will act as the primary point of contact for manufacturing network-related matters, collaborating with IT and engineering teams to achieve optimal network efficiency and high-quality service delivery. This role will play a crucial role in the design, implementation, and management of our manufacturing systems network to facilitate seamless operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Network Design & Architecture: Develop and implement manufacturing network architecture that meets organizational requirements and industry standards in partnership with IT.
• Infrastructure Management: Oversee and execute the management and maintenance of network hardware and software systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Security Oversight: Implement and enforce network security policies and practices to protect organizational data and systems.
• Performance Monitoring: Continuously monitor network performance, identifying potential issues and implementing improvements.
• Problem Resolution: Quickly diagnose and resolve network-related issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams as necessary.
• Documentation: Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborative Projects: Work closely with IT and engineering teams on network integration, upgrades, and migrations to ensure successful execution.
• User Support: Serve as a point of contact for user support regarding network access and performance, providing timely assistance.

Key Competencies Required

• A willingness to be hands-on in all aspects of supporting manufacturing systems, network, and data
• Ability to partner with cross-functional teams in a matrixed global environment and provide remote support.
• Flexible work ethic
• Ability to influence at various levels of an organization & a strong ability to communicate and collaborate and build relationships with key stakeholders
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Problem solving skills – to assist in maintaining project progress and on design issues
• Decision Making is required to make decisions on issues
• Excellent planning and organizing skills
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills. Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
• Managing risk and crisis, including investigation, escalation, prioritization and resolution of systems and support issues and developing and managing responses.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in network administration or engineering.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols and network design principles.
• Familiarity with network security measures and technologies (VPNs, firewalls, intrusion detection systems).
• Preferred:

• Networking certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA, CCNP) are highly desirable.

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