Systems Automation Administrator

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McKesson is seeking an IT Systems Administrator.  This role supports an Automated Prescription Refill Center (ARC) for a major retailer in the areas of computer systems as well as mechanical systems.

Relocation is not available for this position

Position Description

The  IT Systems Administrator is responsible for the maintenance activities of an Automated Refill Center IT systems (i.e. computer, network, peripheral devices). 

• Reviews and analyzes reports, records and directives, and confers with managers/ supervisors to obtain data required for planning activities, such as new commitments, status of work in progress, and problems encountered.   
• Finds new ways of delivering system pertinent performance analytics
• May evaluate current procedures and practices for accomplishing department objectives and develop and implement improved procedures and practices.
• Creates new reporting structures in SQL environments at customer demand
• Works with associated vendors to operate, maintain and support proprietary and shelf system software systems. 
• Installs, configures, troubleshoots, and maintains computer networks, hardware and software.

SYSTEM ADMIN

• Identify new ways of delivering system pertinent performance analytics.
• Works with associated vendors to operate, maintain and support proprietary and shelf system software systems. 
• Completes preventative maintenance procedures on computer and network systems.
• Installs, configures, troubleshoots, and maintains computer networks, hardware, and software.
• May evaluate current procedures and practices for accomplishing department objectives and develop and implement improved procedures and practices.
• Field technician performing the necessary installation and setup of new solutions developed by BI.

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• Implement new ways of delivering system pertinent performance analytics.
• Reviews and analyzes reports, records, and directives, and confers with managers/ supervisors to obtain data required for planning activities, such as new commitments, status of work in progress, and problems encountered.   
• Creates new reporting structures in SQL environments at customer demand.

Minimum Requirements

2+ years IT/ Networking experience on VLSI, multi platform systems

2+ years SQL database management

2+ years troubleshooting computer hardware and networking

Critical Skills

• Demonstrated ability to analyze problems, pass symptoms to root cause levels
• Familiarity with Networking, Routers, switches and integrating equipment
• Computer proficiency in MS Office to include Access, SQL Servers and Windows XP/Win 7/Win 10
• Professional communication skills both verbal and written
• Strong customer orientation

Additional Knowledge & Skills

Computer:

• Analyze hardware and replace if necessary.
• Troubleshoot network (Ethernet) systems.
• Troubleshoot cabling and I/O devices. 
• Ability to setup and analyze RS232/RS422 communications between computers or computer and peripheral devices.
• Able to work with WIN XP/Win 7/Win 10 and SQL Server
• Configure and troubleshoot IBM compatible computers
• Reading and writing T-SQL queries

Electrical knowledge:

• Ability to download and upload PLC programs, and troubleshoot PLC functions.
• Ability to work with control circuits using such devices as photo eyes, solenoid valves, limit switches, indicating lights and safety switches

Education

4-year degree in related field or equivalent experience
SQL Certification Preferred
C++ Experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry 20 - 100 lbs
• Must have flexibility to work evening shift as needed.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

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