Job Summary:

KEMET Electronics is seeking a production technician within the Tantalum Production facility located in Simpsonville, SC. The technician will provide mechanical / electromechanical support for pilot line equipment to include troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, equipment modifications and upgrades. This position interfaces in a team environment including engineering, quality and production.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must be able and willing to work primarily 1st shift - flexibility to work other shifts & overtime may be required periodically.
• Experience in a production environment required.
• Capable and experienced in working independently to a production schedule.
• 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 (driven)
• Strong mechanical & electrical skills - ability to demonstrate.
• PLC, hydraulic, pneumatic experience
• Demonstrated ability to read equipment schematics
• Demonstrated ability to identify defects and abnormalities and correct as necessary
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Programming skills and line start up experience are a plus

Education and Experience:

2 or 4 year degree in mechanical/electrical field or applicable experience. 5+ years of related experience

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.

KEMET, a YAGEO company, 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.