• Defect Engineering Technician I - 1st Shift

    LG Energy Solution (Holland, MI)


    Title: Defect Engineering Technician I

     

    Reports to: Defect Engineering Manager

     

    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