IT Support Specialist

Polymer Concepts Technologies PBY, Inc. KRS Division dba Kaydon Ring & Seal (“KRS”) is responsible for Aerospace and Industrial applications. KRS has a customer portfolio that includes all major players in the Aerospace and Industrial industries. Our business is fully customer focused, with products specifically designed for an engine/airframe application and then produced in small quantities and small lots on highly flexible equipment.

Extreme product range fragmentation, complex product design, very high-quality standards and traceability requirements are the peculiarity of KRS.

The IT Support Specialist provides end-user technical support and systems administration across multiple business units. This role maintains desktop, server, network, and cloud- based environments while coordinating with external vendors and managed service providers (MSPs) to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient IT operations. The position supports distributed teams and remote locations across North America and plays a critical role in maintaining business continuity and workflow efficiency.

• Provide end-user technical support for desktops, laptops, peripherals, and business applications.
• Manage and resolve helpdesk tickets in accordance with established service expectations and business priorities.
• Maintain and support Windows desktop environments (Windows 7–11).
• Support Windows Server environments (Server 2012–2022), including Active Directory and Group Policy administration.
• Assist with management of network infrastructure components, including DHCP, DNS, routing, firewalls, Wi‑Fi, and VLAN/subnet configurations.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot printers, copiers, and print server environments.
• Support Microsoft 365 administration, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, and collaboration tools.
• Assist with on-premises to cloud migrations and tenant-to-tenant transitions under leadership guidance.
• Coordinate with external vendors and MSPs to elevate and resolve infrastructure, security, or application-related issues.
• Support VOIP and cloud-based phone systems as needed.
• Maintain system documentation, hardware inventory records, and standard operating procedures.
• Provide remote technical support to multiple business units across North America.
• Travel between sites as required to support business needs.

• Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to meet business needs.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related fields, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive IT support or systems administration experience.
• Demonstrated experience supporting Windows desktop and server environments.
• Working knowledge of network fundamentals including DHCP, DNS, routing, firewalls, and VLAN configuration.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 administration.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting ITAR-registered or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience with virtualization platforms (e.g., Hyper‑V).
• Experience working in an MSP or Support-as-a-Service environment.
• Familiarity with enterprise backup solutions. Linux administration experience (Debian preferred).
• Experience supporting ERP platforms (e.g., Microsoft Business Central).
• Experience with reporting tools such as Power BI.
• Experience supporting engineering or design software (e.g., Autodesk, Adobe).

• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple technical issues simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills in remote and distributed work environments.
• Ability to coordinate vendor interactions and
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and unfamiliar systems.

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally (e.g., computer equipment, server components).
• Ability to work in server rooms and manufacturing environments as needed.
• Ability to travel between sites as required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable…