A.W. Chesterton
Technology Analyst
A.W. Chesterton, Groveland, Massachusetts, us, 01834
Overview:
For 140 years, A.W. Chesterton has been an innovator and a knowledge provider for our industrial partners around the globe. From our ground-breaking split seal technologies, to our cutting-edge packing and lubricant solutions, we are continually focused on new ways to bring solutions to our customers, while also celebrating our own rich history and our unique place in the sealing industry.Our benefits offering include:Work Today, get paid tomorrow -
withdraw up to 30% of your earned daily wages the next day after you work rather than waiting for pay day!Chesterton Student Loan Repayment ProgramBCBS Medical CoverageDelta Dental401K savings plan with a Chesterton contributionPTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid to time off to volunteer for causesFlexible work schedules, including fully remote and hybrid work options for many jobsVision insuranceTuition ReimbursementShort-term disability and long-term disability insuranceHSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costsParental leave for moms and dads to beHiring referral bonuses (up to $3,000 for select roles)A host of other fringe benefits including legal services, pet insurance, Chesterton relief fund for employees in need, and more!Job Summary:Key contributor to the IT Department for the identification, prototyping, and possible production implementation of critical business systems and services. Works with the IT Management to evaluate the best new solutions for existing problems. Prototype software or hardware systems to prove concepts.Job Model:
Fully RemoteResponsibilities:Research new and innovative ways to solve existing technology problems for Chesterton Business functions.Create prototype software and systems to prove concepts.Work with the IT Management to perform business analysis on new concepts and prototypes to show financial readiness of proposed ideas.Assist IT Management in working with IT Development, BA groups, Network and Systems as well as Customer support to filter out good ideas for investigation.Analyze external data for relevance in solving outstanding internal Information Technology System, Structure or Process issues within the Infrastructure Domains.Assist in implementing multiple Projects that may have several participants within IT or the business.Assist IT Management in documentation and communications to IT Technical resources as well as Business members.Prepare and maintain documentation as directed for project planning.Assist in documentation of all IT policies and procedures, including those for telecommunications, ERP, and business recovery where needed.Support IT Management in the negotiation and administration of vendor, outsource, and consultant contracts with service agreements.Complexity of Duties:Concept and business analysis including technical proof of concepts.Ability to work with technical groups to vet concept viability.Ability to work with technical groups and provide timely, high quality technical contributions.Coordinates new processes to better serve Chesterton business changes (Work with QC/CM function).Ability to learn and utilize emerging tools and to keep pace with changes in the industry.Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Responsible to deliver component parts for pilot projects on a global level.Essential Skills:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Technically savvy and operationally disciplined.Strong organizational skills.Working knowledge of business operations and priorities.Experience evaluating and working with technical details of complex networks and heterogeneous operating systems, hardware, protocols, and standards.Demonstrated ability to apply IT in solving business problems in an innovative way.Comprehension of applicable laws and regulations as they relate to IT.Ability to conduct and direct research into IT issues and products.Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.Good written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.Microsoft Development (.Net) Environment experience preferred.Education and/or Experience:B.S. in computer science or related field (preferred).5+ years experience or equivalent in a technical problem solving role in private industry or the military.Other Skills and Abilities:Highly self-motivated, self-directed, and attentive to detail.Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.Extensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.Ability to work in a global environment with deference to local cultures and norms.Must be willing to travel both nationally and internationally.Ability to acquire information from a wide variety of sources including technical journals, books, manuals, web sites, hands-on computer work, seminars, conferences and workshops with the ability to effectively communicate interpretation of that information.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to talk, hear and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and long distance vision. Moderate noise (i.e.: computer printers, traffic) exists daily in the work environment. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Ability to travel globally.Disclaimer:A.W. CHESTERTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYERThe preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.All of A.W. Chesterton Company employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check and the respective medical surveillance requirements.
Chesterton is an equal opportunity employer M/F/V/D#LI-DNI
For 140 years, A.W. Chesterton has been an innovator and a knowledge provider for our industrial partners around the globe. From our ground-breaking split seal technologies, to our cutting-edge packing and lubricant solutions, we are continually focused on new ways to bring solutions to our customers, while also celebrating our own rich history and our unique place in the sealing industry.Our benefits offering include:Work Today, get paid tomorrow -
withdraw up to 30% of your earned daily wages the next day after you work rather than waiting for pay day!Chesterton Student Loan Repayment ProgramBCBS Medical CoverageDelta Dental401K savings plan with a Chesterton contributionPTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid to time off to volunteer for causesFlexible work schedules, including fully remote and hybrid work options for many jobsVision insuranceTuition ReimbursementShort-term disability and long-term disability insuranceHSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costsParental leave for moms and dads to beHiring referral bonuses (up to $3,000 for select roles)A host of other fringe benefits including legal services, pet insurance, Chesterton relief fund for employees in need, and more!Job Summary:Key contributor to the IT Department for the identification, prototyping, and possible production implementation of critical business systems and services. Works with the IT Management to evaluate the best new solutions for existing problems. Prototype software or hardware systems to prove concepts.Job Model:
Fully RemoteResponsibilities:Research new and innovative ways to solve existing technology problems for Chesterton Business functions.Create prototype software and systems to prove concepts.Work with the IT Management to perform business analysis on new concepts and prototypes to show financial readiness of proposed ideas.Assist IT Management in working with IT Development, BA groups, Network and Systems as well as Customer support to filter out good ideas for investigation.Analyze external data for relevance in solving outstanding internal Information Technology System, Structure or Process issues within the Infrastructure Domains.Assist in implementing multiple Projects that may have several participants within IT or the business.Assist IT Management in documentation and communications to IT Technical resources as well as Business members.Prepare and maintain documentation as directed for project planning.Assist in documentation of all IT policies and procedures, including those for telecommunications, ERP, and business recovery where needed.Support IT Management in the negotiation and administration of vendor, outsource, and consultant contracts with service agreements.Complexity of Duties:Concept and business analysis including technical proof of concepts.Ability to work with technical groups to vet concept viability.Ability to work with technical groups and provide timely, high quality technical contributions.Coordinates new processes to better serve Chesterton business changes (Work with QC/CM function).Ability to learn and utilize emerging tools and to keep pace with changes in the industry.Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Responsible to deliver component parts for pilot projects on a global level.Essential Skills:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Technically savvy and operationally disciplined.Strong organizational skills.Working knowledge of business operations and priorities.Experience evaluating and working with technical details of complex networks and heterogeneous operating systems, hardware, protocols, and standards.Demonstrated ability to apply IT in solving business problems in an innovative way.Comprehension of applicable laws and regulations as they relate to IT.Ability to conduct and direct research into IT issues and products.Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.Good written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.Microsoft Development (.Net) Environment experience preferred.Education and/or Experience:B.S. in computer science or related field (preferred).5+ years experience or equivalent in a technical problem solving role in private industry or the military.Other Skills and Abilities:Highly self-motivated, self-directed, and attentive to detail.Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.Extensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.Ability to work in a global environment with deference to local cultures and norms.Must be willing to travel both nationally and internationally.Ability to acquire information from a wide variety of sources including technical journals, books, manuals, web sites, hands-on computer work, seminars, conferences and workshops with the ability to effectively communicate interpretation of that information.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to talk, hear and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and long distance vision. Moderate noise (i.e.: computer printers, traffic) exists daily in the work environment. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Ability to travel globally.Disclaimer:A.W. CHESTERTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYERThe preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.All of A.W. Chesterton Company employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check and the respective medical surveillance requirements.
Chesterton is an equal opportunity employer M/F/V/D#LI-DNI