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ElectroMechanical Technician

DS Smith
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 11/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/9/2026

Areas of Responsibility:

  • Read blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to determine the method and sequence of assembly of a part, machine, or piece of equipment
  • Verify dimensions of parts, using precision measuring instruments, to ensure that specifications are met
  • Perform preventative maintenance and repair on a wide range of pumps, motors, valves, gearboxes, conveyors and electrical cabinet components etc.
  • Troubleshoot, repair and calibrate hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and robotic systems
  • Test the performance of electro-mechanical assemblies, using test instruments
  • Install electronic parts and hardware, load setpoints, programs as needed and use test equipment to verify operation.
  • Operate, test, or maintain robotic equipment.
  • Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical breakdowns using proven methods. Utilizing OEM manuals, prints, SOP’s, Literature from Internet searches and co-workers.

 

Food Safety Responsibilites:

  • Perform duties in accordance with Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures

   Qualifications:

  • Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatics and other systems.
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and manuals.
  • Demonstrate experience as a maintenance technician.
  • Physically capable of lifting 50 pounds.
  • Strong understanding of general maintenance processes and methods.
  • Experienced in operating a variety of equipment
  • Working knowledge of hand tools, test equipment.
  • Excellent manual dexterity
  • Analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
  • The ability to keep yourself busy when scheduled work is complete, there’s always something we need to do.
  • The ability to work from heights, scissor lifts, boom lifts and ladders.

  

  Education & Certifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • 3 years of hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Technical certifications and/or AS in Electronics, preferred

 

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