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Job Description
We connect science to life for a better future.
With 50000 patents 20000 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 worlds 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 customers and 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.
Shape the Future with LG Chem where We connect science to life for a better future.
At LG Chem were always on the lookout for passionate professionals who are ready to innovate solve complex challenges and drive progress. Reporting to the Production Manager the Manufacturing Process Engineer is responsible for planning developing designing and coordinating manufacturing improvements across LG Chems U.S. production facilities. This role focuses on optimizing manufacturing processes improving workflow and ensuring efficiency quality and safety across operations. The engineer will monitor analyze and enhance production systems to meet performance targets reduce costs and ensure compliance with health safety and environmental standards. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to support business planning cost management and a culture of continuous improvement.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support manufacturing operations including material handling processing packaging and shipment.
- Provide technical support across all production shifts including occasional off-shift work.
- Assist in achieving production goals and resolving operational issues.
- Monitor process variances and identify improvement opportunities.
- Develop and implement short- and long-term solutions for process and equipment challenges.
- Manage production orders and maintain accurate master data (materials BOMs routings).
- Support scheduling and inventory management to enhance efficiency and traceability.
- Maintain financial controls and support budget adherence.
- Develop and optimize processes for new and existing products to improve yield and reduce variability.
- Plan and execute experiments validations and process characterizations.
- Specify procure and implement new equipment and technologies.
- Create and maintain SOPs and technical documentation.
- Collaborate with Quality Control to ensure product standards are met.
- Analyze defects and implement corrective actions.
- Track and manage production costs and utility usage.
- Contribute to business planning and performance reporting.
- Support equipment maintenance and supply inventory.
- Promote and adhere to ISO and EHS standards.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives (e.g. Lean Six Sigma).
- Collaborate with R&D procurement and supply chain teams on new technologies and materials.
- Communicate project progress and results to stakeholders.
- Independently manage projects while maintaining alignment with team goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Education: B.S. in Mechanical Manufacturing Industrial or related Engineering discipline.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years in a manufacturing environment (e.g. assembly machining processing packaging).
- Preferred Knowledge: Familiarity with process optimization equipment troubleshooting and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Technical Skills: Understanding of material properties heat transfer automation and production systems.
- Leadership: Hands-on proactive approach to leadership and problem-solving.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal presentation and documentation skills.
- Software: Experience with 3D modeling software and ERP systems is a plus.
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.
Employment Type
Full Time
