IT Support Specialist Level 1

Job DetailsJob Location: CANDLER, NC 28715Salary Range: $50,171.00 - $65,222.00 SalarySoutheastern Container, Inc.  is one of the largest leading manufacturers of PET beverage bottles and preforms, proudly supplying the Coca Cola bottling system throughout the East Coast and Midwest. For over 35 years, we’ve built a reputation for stability, quality, and sustained growth. We are now seeking talented individuals to join our team for the following role:   TITLE:                                     IT Support Specialist – Level 1 DEPARTMENT:                      Information Technology – IT Operations REPORTS TO:                       IT Security and Support Lead BASIC FUNCTIONS:   The IT Support Specialist – Level 1 serves as the frontline of IT service delivery at Southeastern Container (SEC). This role is responsible for troubleshooting and resolving end user IT tickets related to technical hardware and software difficulties, rapid service restoration, and high quality customer support for employees across all facilities. The position is foundational to maintaining operational uptime and follows ITIL 4 best practices by focusing on incident response while escalating recurring or systemic issues for long term resolution. RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as the primary point of contact for IT support via phone, email, and ticketing system. Provide technical assistance to end users primarily during normal business hours (after hours work may be required). Perform IT incident triage by assessing business impact, service affected, and urgency of response. Restore service through approved fixes, documented workarounds, or controlled escalation. Clearly separate incident restoration from root cause remediation; escalate recurring or systemic issues appropriately. Meet or exceed defined SLAs for response and resolution. Troubleshoot and resolve routine hardware, software, and connectivity issues. Provide clear, professional communication and timely follow up to users. Perform basic user and device support including password resets, workstation setup, and peripheral troubleshooting. Maintain accurate help desk ticket documentation including impact, actions taken, and resolution status. Assist with onboarding/offboarding coordination and basic asset handling as needed. Perform other duties as requested by the IT Security and Support Lead in support of the overall IT functions for the Company. Southeastern Container, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Benefits Include: Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) Paid Time Off 401k w/ Company Match Short/Long Term Disability Company Sponsored Life Insurance QualificationsRequired Qualifications High School/GED diploma required. Working knowledge of Windows operating systems and Microsoft 365. Basic understanding of PC hardware, peripherals, and network concepts. Strong troubleshooting, strong organizational and time management, and documentation skills. Professional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications  Associate’s degree in Information Technology or related discipline. CompTIA A+ or comparable entry level IT certification. 1–3 years of customer service, technical support, or help desk experience. Familiarity with ticketing systems and remote support tools. Customer service experience supporting end users in a manufacturing or multisite environment.