Administrative Associate Jobs in Duncan, SC (NOW HIRING)

With over 100 years of technological innovation, KEMET, a YAGEO company, helps make a wide variety of products possible in the world's most rapidly expanding industries. Our components are found in spacecrafts and defibrillators - from outer space to inside our bodies, and in products we use every day. We have the broadest selection of capacitor technologies in the industry, including an expanding range of electromechanical devices and electromagnetic compatibility solutions.

KEMET/YAGEO is seeking a Compliance Administrative Associate at our Simpsonville, SC facility to join the corporate Compliance & Sustainability team. This is an onsite role. This person will provide excellent administrative and operational support to the Corporate Compliance & Sustainability department, including purchasing requisitions, expenses, travel, and similar tasks. This role will maintain the department's projects and programs calendar (tasks, team projects, etc.). This role will support various Corporate Compliance & Sustainability projects and compliance information management platforms. With these responsibilities, the person will gain global company knowledge and engage with people worldwide which will be foundational in supporting an individual's growth within the department and company. The responsibilities are described below.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process requisitions for purchase orders (POs) and request payments for PO and non-PO invoices.
• Manage travel arrangements and related expense reports for the Corporate Compliance & Sustainability and Corporate Quality departments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Process other Corporate Compliance & Sustainability and Corporate Quality team expense reports.
• Support administrative responsibilities in Customer Request Management module, including document review and task assignments.
• Perform periodic reviews of quality, compliance, and other technical standards to ensure the latest information is obtained.
• Coordinate periodic content reviews of Compliance Policies & Procedures, working with subject matter experts to ensure current and compliant with the latest regulations and corporate commitments.
• Administrative support as team member in the development of company's annual sustainability reports, third-party compliance and sustainability platforms, responsible minerals sourcing program, and other department initiatives.
• Administrative support for U.S. Government trade compliance and Federal Acquisition Regulation programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Two or more years of experience in an administrative or operations coordinator position is preferred.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, multi-task, and maintain flexibility.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational practices.
• Extensive computer experience and ability to learn new software and systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication (English).
• Due to the administrative support for U.S. Government trade compliance and Federal Acquisition Regulation programs, a U.S. Person status required (United States Citizen or U.S. Green Card holder).

Systems Skills: (Experience in any of the following systems helpful):

• Microsoft Office
• Oracle
• Lotus Notes
• Concur
• SharePoint

Location & Work Type:

• Simpsonville, SC – United States
• Full Time – 1st Shift

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.

What we offer:

• Collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork
• Inclusive company culture built on respect, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Career growth opportunities with access to training, and mentorship
• Work–life balance support through flexible practices and employee wellness initiatives
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and employee programs
• Global impact by contributing to sustainable solutions and industry-leading technologies

About YAGEO Group We don't build the final product. We build what makes it possible.

From resistors to capacitors, inductors to sensors—our components power the breakthroughs that move the world forward. Electric vehicles. AI data centers. Satellites. Sonar systems. They move faster, last longer, reach farther—with a spark of us inside.

Headquartered in Taiwan, YAGEO Group unites multiple trusted brands—including YAGEO, KEMET, PULSE, and Telemecanique Sensors and more—into one cohesive force for innovation. 40,000+ employees. 100+ locations. 20 R&D centers. 2,000+ patents. 273,000+ customers.

#1 in resistors and tantalum capacitors. #3 in MLCCs & inductors We don't just participate in the future—we enable it.

Why Work at YAGEO Group? Meaningful work: Every part you help design, test, or improve contributes to real-world innovations. Global exposure: Collaborate across continents, brands, and breakthrough technologies. Accelerated growth: With our size, diversity, and momentum, there's no ceiling for where you can go. Built-in purpose: You're not just part of the process—you're part of the progress.

YAGEO Group. Built into Tomorrow.