Electrical Technician at Suominen Nonwovens – Bethune, South Carolina

Job Overview:

• Company: Suominen Nonwovens
• Salary/Pay Rate: $32.00 to $38.00 + per hour plus Performance Bonus
• Location: Bethune, SC
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Schedule: 12-Hour Shift (4-on, 4-off / Days and Nights)
• Project Scope: Industrial / Manufacturing Services
• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity You will serve as a high-level technical expert, ensuring the uptime and reliability of sophisticated industrial manufacturing systems. This role allows you to tackle complex electrical and mechanical challenges while mentoring junior technicians in a culture that values both results and respect.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance on 3-phase electrical systems up to 480V and automated production machinery.
• Diagnose malfunctions in PLC programs, AC motors, and VFDs using advanced testing instruments and ladder logic interpretation.
• Perform complex mechanical rebuilds of gearboxes, pumps, and rotating equipment to ensure peak operational efficiency.
• Utilize predictive maintenance techniques, including vibration analysis and thermography, to prevent unplanned downtime.
• Document all maintenance activities and root cause analyses within the CMMS to maintain project transparency and data integrity.
• Fabricate necessary repair parts using machine shop equipment such as lathes, end mills, and grinders.
• Mentor less experienced team members by sharing technical knowledge and guiding them through specialized commercial installations.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of industrial maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven proficiency with Siemens or Allen-Bradley PLCs, drives, and diagnostic tools.
• Advanced experience in mechanical rebuilding of gearboxes and pumps.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in non-temperature-controlled environments.
• Successful completion of the Ramsey Multi-Skill Maintenance Diagnostic Test (Raw score 6574).

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Associates degree (A.S. or A.A.S.) in Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or Industrial Technology.
• Professional certifications such as CMRT (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician) or CMRP.
• Demonstrated experience in welding, fabrication, and conduit installation.
• Advanced knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement (Kaizen) initiatives.

Compensation & Benefits

• Weekly pay cycle and performance bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and life/disability insurance options.
• Retirement savings program and referral bonus program.
• Paid Time Off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Paid parental leave (maternity/paternity).
• Safety equipment and uniforms provided.
• Employee rewards, prizes, and company events.

About Us Suominen Nonwovens is a global leader in industrial manufacturing services, operating with a culture rooted in professional growth and personal accountability. We foster a supportive environment where high performance meets genuine care for people, offering long-term career building through dedicated training. Learn more at https://www.suominen.fi/

Suominen Nonwovens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.