Pump Assembly Technician

About the role

We are looking for an Assembly Technician to join our Columbia Pump Assembly Production Team. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for assembling high-quality pumps and components, ensuring all products meet specifications, quality standards, and delivery requirements. You will play a key role in supporting production operations and maintaining efficient workflow within the facility. You will report to John Miller, Production Manager. This role is based in Columbia, SC. This role may include domestic and international travel as needed to support operations.

Metso helps transform essential raw materials to enable sustainable modern life, supporting renewable energy, electrification, infrastructure, and the digital economy. With nearly 18,000 employees worldwide, Metso fosters a growth culture built on safety, wellbeing, inclusion, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assemble pumps and components according to specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with the Production Manager or Assembly Lead to resolve production challenges and maintain workflow efficiency.
• Perform testing, tagging, packing, and loading activities while ensuring compliance with quality standards.
• Follow all workplace safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment.
• Assist with warehouse operations, including pulling, picking, shipping, and receiving parts and components.
• Operate equipment and tools required to support assembly and warehouse functions.
• Support domestic and international operational requirements through travel when needed.
• Participate in additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience safely operating overhead cranes and jib cranes.
• Valid state driver's license required for forklift operation.

Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including lifting, stooping, bending, climbing, and prolonged standing.
• Close and distance vision capabilities required to perform assembly and inspection tasks.
• Strong communication skills and ability to effectively utilize keyboards, phones, and standard office equipment.

Benefits

• Purpose-led work: Contribute to enabling sustainable modern life and transforming the industry.
• Wellbeing and safety: Benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plans, healthy living rewards, and mental wellbeing services.
• Rewards: Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets