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Job Summary:
Hood Container Corporation is a family-owned company specializing in containerboard and kraft paper, corrugated boxes, and contract packaging. They are seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) responsible for the performance, integrity, security, and availability of enterprise databases, supporting mission-critical systems and ensuring reliable data operations across multiple locations.
Responsibilities:
• Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server (or other DB platforms, e.g.,Oracle, MongoDB) environments
• Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations
• Manage indexing, statistics, and configuration best practices based on the use case for each server and database
• Assist with query and execution plan tuning
• Ensure high availability through clustering, replication, and/or failover strategies
• Implement and maintain database security, access controls, and compliance standards
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and accuracy across systems
• Manage backups, restores, and disaster recovery planning/testing
• Support ERP systems such as Amtech EnCore and related modules
• Collaborate with business units (Production, Inventory, Shipping, Finance) to support data needs
• Troubleshoot data issues impacting operations and reporting
• Support integrations with external systems (e.g., EDI, APIs, ERPs)
• Assist in designing and maintaining data pipelines between internal and external systems
• Monitor and troubleshoot data exchange processes
• Write and maintain SQL jobs, stored procedures, functions, and triggers
• Automate routine database tasks (maintenance jobs, monitoring alerts)
• Support reporting tools and data extraction for business intelligence (i.e SSRS, Power BI)
• Maintain database documentation, schemas, and standards
• Establish and enforce best practices for database usage and development
• Participate in data governance and master data initiatives
• Participate in regular reviews and audits for security and disaster recovery
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of database administration experience in a production environment
• Experience supporting ERP systems (manufacturing preferred)
• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server (or similar RDBMS)
• Proficiency in T-SQL, performance tuning, and query optimization
• Experience with backup/recovery models, HA/DR solutions
• Familiarity with APIs, EDI transactions, and system integrations
• Understanding of data warehousing and reporting tools is a plus
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Proactive mindset with focus on reliability and continuous improvement
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred:
• Experience in manufacturing or corrugated/packaging industry
• Exposure to Amtech EnCore or similar ERP systems
• Experience with RFID or real-time tracking systems
• Knowledge of cloud database platforms (Azure, AWS)
• Experience with Git repositories and code archives.
Company:
We are a national packaging solutions company with integrated mill-to-market capabilities. Founded in 1970, the company is headquartered in Louisville, USA, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.