"We connect science to life for a better future."
With 50,000 patents, 20,000 employees and 58 locations worldwide, LG Chem is one of the largest science and chemical companies in the world.With its rapid growth,LG Chem endeavors to become a 'Global Top 5 Chemical Company' with a balanced business portfolio that has a competitive advantage across the globe, including business divisions in petrochemicals, advanced materials, life sciences, and a subsidiary specializing in batteries.
LG Chem is a leading chemical company in Korea that has continuously achieved growth through relentless challenges and innovation since its establishment in 1947.?? From the infrangible facial cream lid to the world's most advanced batteries, LG Chem has turned dreams into reality and enriched our lives for 70 years. Building upon a balanced and globally competitive business portfolio, LG Chem manufactures a wide range of products from high-value added petrochemicals to renewable plastics, specializing in cutting-edge electronic and battery materials such as cathodes, as well as drugs and vaccines to deliver differentiated solutions for its customers.
Beyond a chemical company, LG Chem will become a leading science-oriented corporation that creates value for our customersand is committed to reaching carbon-neutral growth by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050 by managing the impacts of climate change and making positive contributions to society through renewable energy and responsible supply chains.
The Quality Lab Technician is responsible for performing in-process inspection of batches made in production and activities related to the Technical Lab. In addition, they are responsible for any other task the Technical Lab Manager deems necessary.
This is a 1st shift role, Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm, with possible overtime on weekends. This person will train on 2nd shift, Monday - Friday, from 3:00pm - 11:30pm and move to 1st shift after training.
Responsibilities include:
Maintain a clean and organized lab
Print batch tickets and drum tags for production
Ensure that all batch tickets have been completely filled out
Enter batch information into the Word and Excel files
Scan batch tickets and maintain electronic database
Issue corrections for material not meeting viscosity specifications
Perform all required testing for production batches as required on the batch ticket
Write hold tickets for nonconforming batches and materials
Perform 3 and 30 day retain viscosity checks
Manage retention of retains
Perform final inspection of finished goods as needed
Report updates to next shift's Lab Technician
Inspect incoming raw materials, if needed
Perform Dock Audits
Train new Lab Technicians as needed
Skills / Competencies:
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Proficient in SPC & SAP
Excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Good knowledge of chemistry and math
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Chemistry or related field preferred.
Experience:
2 years of quality experience required.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.