Quality Control Analytical Laboratory Technician

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Job Summary (Basic Functions): LG Chem Advanced Materials Inc. (LGCTA) is actively searching for QC Analytical Lab Technicians to join our Quality Control team in Clarksville TN. QC Analytical Lab Technicians will be responsible for supporting mass production quality by performing laboratory testing operating analytical instruments and assisting with overall QC inspection tasks.

This position is part of a rotating shift schedule to provide 24/7 quality support and will work on a 2/2/3 12 hour shift schedule.

This position is based full-time in Clarksville TN and is not a remote role.

What You will Be Doing

Essential Functions (including but are not limited to):

Technician / Inspector Responsibilities:

• Conduct chemical physical and Electrochemical Characterization of the materials using different analytical techniques such as :
  
  pH Titrator Moisture Analyzer Air Jet Sieve H-XRF Auto-SEM PSD Analyzer ICP-OES XRD P-XRF BET Analyzer Tap Density Analyzer Coin Cell Assembly & Test accordance to SOPs.
  
  

* Analytical tasks will be assigned based on individual qualification and competency assessments. (Not every technician will operate all instruments; responsibilities will be distributed according to training completion and certification level.)

• Conduct regular inspection and basic maintenance of analytical instruments.
• Dispose of analyzed samples and related materials according to safety guidelines.
• Act as first escalation point for abnormal data equipment issues or safety concerns before reporting to QC Engineers.
• Assist with the review of laboratory safety and environmental compliance documents.
• Assist with the ordering receiving and inventory control of laboratory consumables.
• Perform routine lab maintenance for e.g. replace and monitor lab filters (air water gas) as required.
• Inspect packaging materials (bags ton-bags) for compliance with quality standards.
• Receive incoming samples prioritize and schedule analysis tasks.
• Handle preparation and shipment of advanced customer samples (e.g. portioning into aluminum pouches and boxing).
• Input and maintain analysis data in designated systems with high accuracy.
• Perform job duties in accordance with LG Chem safety policies.

Qualifications Skills and Experience: What We Are Looking For

Competencies/Desired Skills:

• Integrity: Uphold the highest standards of honesty report data exactly as observed and communicate issues openly without concealment.
• Accountability: Take ownership of tasks and results ensuring reliability and trustworthiness.
• Willingness to Learn: Demonstrate strong motivation and enthusiasm to acquire new skills adapt to new equipment and grow within the role.
• Quality Focus: Perform all testing with accuracy consistency and adherence to SOPs.
• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with colleagues across laboratory and production teams.
• Safety Mindset: Follow all safety procedures and proactively prevent unsafe practices.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Higher education is not required; candidates should demonstrate a strong ability and willingness to learn and grow in a laboratory and production environment

Requirements:

• Background in laboratory or manufacturing quality operations is preferred but not required. Success can be achieved through demonstrated learning capability and adaptability in a handson environment.
• Basic computer skills (Excel data entry reporting).
• Ability to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends as required.
• Must be able to wear PPE (safety shoes glasses masks respirator PAPR gloves gowns hearing protection etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating or supervising analytical instruments (ICP-OES XRF SEM PSD BET XRD titrator tap density coin cell assembly).
• Previous experience in chemical battery powder or materials QC environment.
• Familiarity with ISO/IATF quality standards and document control.
• Experience supporting audits sample shipment or consumables management.

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.