The Timken Company

Database Administrator

The Timken Company$75K — $95K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Minimum of three years' experience as a Database or ERP Administrator.
  • Experience with SQL Server and relevant database management tools.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills in an ERP environment.
  • Familiarity with reporting tools such as Power BI and Crystal Reports.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and ensure the integrity of the organization's core databases and ERP system.
  • Recommend improvements to enhance system performance and user experience.
  • Analyze database and ERP issues through discussions with management and users.
  • Prepare diagrams and cost-benefit analyses to communicate system goals and improvements.
  • Conduct regular system maintenance and upgrades for database servers and ERP applications.

Benefits

  • Valued contributions and professional empowerment
  • Exposure to innovative technologies in a diverse environment
  • Work on projects that impact global customers
  • Recognition as a top employer committed to ethical practices
  • Engagement with a culture of continuous improvement and community support
Full Job Description


CGI by Timken is in search of an Associate Manufacturing Engineer

Job Summary

The Database and ERP Administrator is responsible for managing and ensuring the integrity and performance of the organization's core databases and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (including, but not limited to, the Visual ERP system and SQL Server databases). The role works closely with the Chief Technology Officer on priorities and the implementation of improvement projects. This position gathers feedback and suggestions from the management team to improve system performance, tests and implements cost-effective database solutions, and provides support for the daily data operations of the company.

Functions
  • Recommends improvements to the database and ERP systems to resolve issues, improve productivity, or enhance user experience.
  • Recommends incorporation of new data technology for company applications where feasible and practical.
  • Discusses database and ERP system problems with managers and users to determine their exact nature.
  • Defines the goals of the database systems and the steps necessary to achieve them.
  • Prepares diagrams and exhibits to explain the existing or proposed system to managers and users in an understandable format.
  • Prepares a cost-benefit analysis to determine whether improvements are financially feasible.
  • Tests database system changes and works with programmers/vendors to debug the system as required, eliminating errors.
  • Provides dashboards, reports and data analysis for management, including, but not limited to, MRP planning, job and part costing, labor tracking, scrap reports, nonconforming product, and return material authorizations (RMAs).
  • Routine system maintenance and upgrading as necessary (database servers and ERP application).
  • Database and user application software installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Manage database and data file backup and security.
  • Maintain a Disaster Recovery plan specifically for core databases and the ERP system.
  • Stays informed concerning information technology database equipment and practices.
  • Performs tasks to support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Experience managing database systems including SQL Server (recent and current versions), and various database management tools.
  • Experience troubleshooting and solving user software issues within an ERP environment.
  • Has initiative and able to work effectively with little direction and/or few guidelines.
  • Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing at all levels within the organization as well as with external customers and suppliers.
  • Excellent analytical abilities.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Familiar with software utilized by CGI (Microsoft Office, Visual ERP, Power BI, Crystal Reports, etc.).
  • Database reporting experience essential (specifically Power BI, Crystal Reports or similar BI tools).
  • A BS Information Technology degree or a BS degree with a concentration of coursework in Information Technology/Systems, Computer Science or similar.
  • Not less than three (3) years' experience as a Database Administrator and/or ERP Administrator with increasing responsibilities and progressively more complex duties.
  • Relevant database certifications

Minimum Qualifications:

A BS Information Technology degree or a BS degree with a concentration of coursework in Information

About The Timken Company

The Timken Company is a global manufacturer of bearings and power transmission products. It operates through two segments: Mobile Industries and Process Industries. The Mobile Industries segment offers bearings, seals, lubrication systems, and related products and services for truck, rail, and other mobile applications. The Process Industries segment provides bearings, power transmission components, and related services for industrial markets, including heavy and general industrial, energy, and food and beverage. The company was founded in 1899 and is headquartered in North Canton, Ohio.
Learn more about The Timken Company
Size
18,029 employees
Market Cap
$5.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$284.5 million
Founded
1899
5 Year Trend
+9.1%
Revenue
$3.5 billion
NASDAQ

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