Job Description
Job Description
Title : Defect Engineering Technician I
Reports to : Defect Engineering Manager
Location : Holland, MI
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 ContainerFollow LGESMI existing cleaning SOP’s during downtime (e.g. line stop, waiting time, etc.), which includes cleaning your designated machine and / or surrounding work areaPerform other duties as assignedQualifications :
High School Diploma or GED requiredVocational Certificate or Associates Degree preferred or equivalent, relevant experienceExperience :
1 to 3+ years of related experienceAt least 1 year of 5S implementation experienceExperience using specialized tools for analysis (microscope, air flow meter, etc.)Skills :
Planning and organizational skillsEffective and efficient time managementStrong attention to detailCreative, innovative, and solutions-orientedProblem solving and critical thinking skillsTechnically proficient and motivated to continuously improveMS Office Suite