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LG Energy Solution · 3 weeks ago

Defect Engineering Technician I - 1st Shift

positionHolland, MI, US
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry Level
date1+ years exp

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries for electric vehicle and energy storage applications. The Defect Engineering Technician I reduces defects caused by contamination through auditing and analysis, implementing improvement processes to enhance quality and support production teams.

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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

Qualification

5S implementationSpecialized tools for analysisMS Office SuitePlanningTechnical proficiencyOrganizational skillsTime managementAttention to detailProblem solvingCritical thinkingCreativity

Required

High School Diploma or GED required
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.)
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

Preferred

Vocational Certificate or Associates Degree preferred or equivalent, relevant experience

Company

LG Energy Solution

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LG Energy Solution provides a variety of energy solutions.
dateFounded in 2020
location
Seoul, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, KOR
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.lgensol.com

H1B Sponsorship

LG Energy Solution has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (27)
2024 (23)
2023 (12)
2022 (15)
2021 (11)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3B
2024-06-24Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-09-19Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2022-01-28IPO

Leadership Team

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Peter Kyungsuk Pyun
업무혁신그룹장 (CIO, aka. Head of Process Innovation & IT Group)
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