About Applix

At Applix, we are redefining the future of manufacturing through an AI-native Manufacturing Operating System (mOS) that enables intelligent, connected, and autonomous factory operations. Our platform empowers manufacturers to achieve Zero Defects, Zero Downtime, and Zero Waste by combining Artificial Intelligence, Industrial IoT, Automation, Cloud Technologies, and Enterprise Software into a unified digital ecosystem.

Joining Applix means working with global manufacturing organizations to solve real-world industrial challenges while building creative technology solutions that transform factory operations.

Job Summary

Applix is seeking an experienced IT Manufacturing Systems Engineer to support and enhance manufacturing IT applications and plant infrastructure across enterprise manufacturing environments.

The ideal candidate will possess strong experience supporting Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Industrial Applications, Plant Infrastructure, Network Technologies, Virtualization, and IT Service Management (ITSM). This role requires close collaboration with manufacturing teams, business stakeholders, global IT organizations, and plant operations to ensure high availability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement of manufacturing systems.

The successful candidate will drive incident resolution, infrastructure support, application lifecycle management, risk mitigation, and manufacturing technology initiatives while ensuring reliable production operations.

Key Responsibilities

- Collaborate with business stakeholders and manufacturing teams to understand business objectives and translate them into technology solutions.
- Gather, analyze, and document business and IT requirements for manufacturing system enhancements and new initiatives.
- Lead or contribute to IT projects involving manufacturing applications, infrastructure upgrades, and digital transformation initiatives.
- Support and maintain manufacturing applications,



including MES, Industrial IoT platforms, Kepware, Pinpoint, and related shop-floor systems.
- Administer manufacturing IT infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, Virtual Servers, Firewalls, and network connectivity.
- Perform Incident, Problem, and Change Management activities following ITIL/ITSM best practices.
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement permanent corrective actions to improve service reliability.
- Validate application and infrastructure changes during deployments, upgrades, and project implementations.
- Identify operational risks proactively and develop mitigation strategies for business continuity.
- Coordinate vulnerability remediation activities across applications, servers, infrastructure, and OT devices.
- Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure compliance with enterprise security, governance, and operational standards.
- Participate in on-call production support rotations to ensure business continuity.
- Maintain technical documentation, knowledge articles, and operational procedures.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing IT environments.

Required Technical Skills

Manufacturing Applications

- Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
- Industrial IoT Platforms
- Kepware
- Pinpoint
- Manufacturing Applications Support

Infrastructure

- LAN
- WAN
- VMware / Virtual Servers
- Firewalls
- Network Infrastructure
- Windows Server Administration

IT Operations

- Incident Management
- Problem Management
- Change Management
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- ITIL / ITSM

Infrastructure & Security

- Vulnerability Management




- Patch Management
- Infrastructure Validation
- Risk Assessment
- Disaster Recovery
- Business Continuity

Preferred Skills

- Experience supporting global manufacturing facilities.
- Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred).
- Experience with Operational Technology (OT) environments.
- Exposure to Industrial Automation and Factory Systems.
- Familiarity with Cloud Platforms (Azure or AWS).
- Experience with Manufacturing Digital Transformation initiatives.
- Understanding of Cybersecurity best practices for Manufacturing/OT environments.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of experience supporting manufacturing IT applications and infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of ITSM processes including Incident, Problem, and Change Management.
- Excellent communication skills with experience supporting global stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional manufacturing environments.

What You'll Bring

- Strong ownership and accountability for critical production systems.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure and manufacturing application issues.
- Customer-first mindset with a focus on operational excellence.
- Passion for manufacturing technology and continuous improvement.

Why Join Applix?

At Applix, you'll work at the forefront of AI-driven manufacturing transformation, building intelligent factory solutions that help global manufacturers operate more efficiently and sustainably. You'll collaborate with talented engineers, manufacturing experts, and technology leaders while working on cutting-edge Industrial IoT, automation, cloud, and enterprise manufacturing platforms.

📌 IT Analyst - Manufacturing Systems Engineer (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar)
🏢 Applix
📍 Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar