Title: Defect Engineering Technician I

Reports to: Holland, MI

Location: Defect Engineering Manager

Technicians: Starting pay ranging from $23 to $28 per hour

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits are paid 100% by LG Energy Solution!

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com

Summary:

The Defect Engineering Technician I reduces defects caused by contamination through auditing and analysis. Once detected, they implement improvement processes to reduce the defects. They also provide minor administrative support to the team.

Responsibilities:

• Collect and analyze debris samples from production equipment

• Assist in root cause analysis and implementing production equipment and process improvements under guidance from the Defect Engineer

• Audit the production line for contamination control issues and help resolve them

• Manage non-conformities via excel and support and follow-up with production teams to get a resolution

• Work with production and QA teams to address internal and external quality issues related to contamination

• Report audit and project implementation results to part leader

• Manage quality control on all magnets to ensure they are placed properly

• Read dials and meters to determine amperage, voltage, electrical output and input at specific operating temperature to analyze parts performance

• Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:

• Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain

• Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container

• Follow LGESMI existing cleaning SOP’s during downtime (e.g. line stop, waiting time, etc.), which includes cleaning your designated machine and/or surrounding work area

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Vocational Certificate or Associates Degree preferred or equivalent, relevant experience

Experience:

• 1 to 3+ years of related experience

• At least 1 year of 5S implementation experience

• Experience using specialized tools for analysis (microscope, air flow meter, etc.)

Skills:

• Planning and organizational skills

• Effective and efficient time management

• Strong attention to detail

• Creative, innovative, and solutions-oriented

• Problem solving and critical thinking skills

• Technically proficient and motivated to continuously improve

• MS Office Suite

  Benefits Overview:

• 100% employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision premium for you and your family

• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance

• Employer supported childcare/babysitting programs

• Generous Paid Time Off / Holidays

• Opportunity to grow in diverse work environment with a global company

• 401k Retirement savings and planning with generous company match

  LGESMI is an Equal Opportunity employer that values the diversity of its workforce. EEO

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