Sr. Systems Analyst tobacco company

Lorillard, a leading manufacturer of tobacco products, has the following opening in our Information Technology department in Greensboro, NC.​
Sr.​ Systems Analyst

Job Code: MON/​O-1310
Responsibilities for the position will initially be involved in maintaining and enhancing C# code running on hand-held and CE devices in a production environment, with some work in eVB also being required to support older systems.​ The applications being supported use XML, MSMQ, OPC and SQL Server extensively.​ The maintenance of some VB 6.​0 applications that use DCOM extensively will also be a responsibility.​ In conjunction with hardware obsolescence, a transition to more current .​NET technologies and Web Services (.​NET or SAP MII) is currently underway and existing VB 6.​0 applications are being migrated to the new platform.​ Working in a team environment, the successful candidate will be responsible for analysis, design, implementation and support of any new systems developed in house utilizing .​NET and SAP MII technologies.​ In certain cases, managing projects from inception to completion will be required.​ The majority of the applications the selected candidate will be working with are part of a complex lot tracking system in a production environment, so experience in this area is a plus.​



Basic Qualifications include BS/​BA degree* in Information Systems or related major with six (6) years applicable systems analysis and systems development experience; or BS/​BA degree* with seven (7) years applicable systems analysis and systems development experience; or Associates degree in Information Systems with seven (7) years applicable systems analysis and systems development experience.​ (Related Information Technology experience and programming courses will be considered and may in some circumstances be acceptable.​) *Education, experiences, training and certifications will be considered and may in some circumstances be acceptable in lieu of a BS/​BA degree.​

Experience in all aspects of system’s lifecycle from design through development, coding, testing, implementation, and ongoing support.​ Design experience with online or database applications in complex computer systems; experience in planning, organizing, and prioritizing multiple projects independently; experience in providing guidance and training to systems development personnel; competent oral and written communication and presentation skills along with effective interpersonal skills is essential.​

The following skills are preferable:

1) Knowledge of manufacturing processes and terminology along with experience in implementing Manufacturing systems
utilizing Microsoft C# technologies.​

2) Experience in designing and implementing solutions using Windows Embedded Operating Systems (CE or windows
Mobile) in a manufacturing environment.​

3) Experience in designing and implementing solutions using C#.​NET Web Services.​

4) Expert knowledge of general Web technologies, XML, HTML, JavaScript, etc.​

5) Experience with interfacing to plant floor devices: RFID, Bar Code, PLC’s, etc.​, using C#.​NET.​

6) Experience developing C#.​NET applications that use Microsoft MSMQ Messaging technologies.​

7) Experience developing SQL queries, Stored Procedures, and Views in various database types including: MS
SQLServer and Oracle.​

8) Experience in designing and developing programs for event-driven processes.​

9) Good working knowledge of the Microsoft Windows Architecture, including: Terminal Services and Virtual Server
environments and a working knowledge of TCP/​IP and general networking,

10) Strong troubleshooting skills in resolving interface issues between systems.​

11) Strong documentation skills creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for stand-alone systems in regard to both
daily and disaster recovery backup.​



The following skills are a plus:

1) Experience with OPC servers and Plant Data Historians.​

2) Knowledge of Kepware and Wonderware suite of products and various PLCs.​

3) Knowledge of Microsoft development tools including MS Project, Visual Source Safe, and Visio.​

4) Experience in implementing solutions using SAP Manufacturing Integration and Intelligence (MII).​

5) Experience with SAP Business Objects/​Crystal Reports.​

Lorillard offers a competitive benefits package which includes - Matching 401k, 13 paid holidays, generous vacation plan, medical, dental, and life insurance.​

To be considered for this position, the job code referenced above must be included in the subject line of resumes submitted via email to

HR-Recruiting@ ​lortobco.​com or noted on the cover sheet of resumes submitted via facsimile (FAX) to (336) 335-6973.​

Resumes received without the job code properly noted, will not be considered.​
Please send resume and salary history to: HR-Recruiting@ ​lortobco.​com
No Agency Referrals.​
Lorillard is an Equal Opportunity Employer.​
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