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Job Opportunity: Production Technician

Are you passionate about pushing boundaries of what's possible? KEMET, a YAGEO Group company, is seeking a Production Technician for Large Anode Production in Simpsonville, SC. The technician will provide mechanical/electromechanical support for production equipment to include troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, equipment modifications, and upgrades. This position interfaces in a team environment including engineering, quality, and production.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ability to work primarily 4th shift - flexibility to work other shifts & overtime may be required periodically.
• Setup and operation of specialized manufacturing equipment used for high reliability product.
• Excellent attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• Excellent teamwork skills which include demonstrating a positive attitude, good work ethic, and sense of urgency in completing tasks/projects.
• Strong mechanical & electrical skills.
• PLC, hydraulic, pneumatic experience.
• Directing the activities of other employees and ensuring that all daily production requirements are met.
• Trouble shooting equipment problems, interfacing with other shifts, and working with engineers to solve manufacturing issues.

Qualifications:

• 2- or 4-year degree in Mechanical/Electrical field or applicable experience.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to read equipment schematics.
• Demonstrated ability to identify defects and abnormalities and correct as necessary.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Experience in a production environment required.
• Programming skills and line start up experience are a plus.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

YAGEO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, political affiliation, union membership, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, in making employment decisions including but not limited to hiring, wages, promotions, rewards, and access to training. Qualified applicants and workers shall be provided with reasonable accommodation for disability and religious practices.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.