No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #168756 - Washington Court House, Ohio, United States
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
Job Number #168756 - Washington Court House, Ohio, United States
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
The Plant Systems / IT Specialist is a critical role responsible for bridging the gap between plant floor Operational Technology (OT) and enterprise-level Information Technology (IT).
This position will lead plant systems integration projects, provide hands-on IT support, and act as the primary technology subject matter expert for the site. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and reliable performance of all plant systems, from manufacturing execution systems (MES) to end-user devices and network infrastructure while following Colgate Standards including Safety, Sustainability, Performance, Reliability, Finance, Security and Risk Management.
What you'll do
- Serve as the main link between plant leadership and Global IT, aligning site needs with "Smart Factory" and global IT initiatives.
- Provide project, strategy, and system updates in local plant meetings and foster strong relationships across site and global teams.
- Lead and execute plant system (OT) projects such as Wonderware and SAP, offering technical expertise and troubleshooting support.
- Train operations staff on manufacturing systems to enhance utilization and proficiency.
- Support and maintain IT infrastructure, managing equipment lifecycle and providing advanced end-user support.
- Perform system administration, ensure policy compliance, and assist with IT onboarding, including digital communication system upkeep.
- Manage projects to drive continuous improvement, automation, and cost savings, sharing best practices globally and maintaining standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (preferred majors in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or Business)
- 3+ years related work experience
- Technical experience working in an IT or OT support environment.
- Knowledge of manufacturing operations and core processes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Skilled in IT/OT network design, control systems, and programming languages.
- Proficient with Microsoft SQL databases and Google Suite (Email, Docs, Sheets, Slides).
- Experienced in supporting A/V and video conferencing equipment.
- Demonstrated success in project management.
- Knowledgeable in Operational Excellence standards and plant metrics.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $74,500.00 - $115,000.00 USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.
For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here.
#LI-On-site
Report job
