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About the LG Chem Family of Companies 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 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.

"We connect science to life for a better future." LG Chem will become a world-class corporation that creates new value for our customers based on "science," beyond "chemistry." Job Summary (Basic Functions): LG Chem Advanced Materials, Inc. (LGCTA) is actively searching for QC Lab Technicians to join our Quality Control team in Clarksville, TN. QC Lab Technicians will be responsible for supporting mass production quality by performing laboratory testing, operating analytical instruments, and assisting with overall QC inspection tasks

There are two levels of responsibility within this role: Shift Leader and Technician/Inspector. Both roles are part of a rotating shift schedule to provide 24/7 quality support. 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): Shift Leader Responsibilities: Supervise QC inspectors in the assigned shift and manage attendance/shift operations. Possess overall understanding of all analytical tests performed in the QC Lab (pH, Moisture, Air Jet Sieve, H-XRF, SEM, PSD, ICP-OES, XRD, P-XRF, BET, Tap Density, Coin Cell, etc.) Provide technical support and backup assistance to inspectors when needed, ensuring continuity of lab operations. Conduct regular inspection and basic maintenance of lab utilities and analytical instruments

Prepare and maintain laboratory safety and environmental compliance documents. Responsible for the ordering, receiving, and inventory control of laboratory consumables. Perform quality checks for packaging materials.

Receive incoming samples, prioritize, and schedule analysis tasks. Handle preparation and shipment of advanced customer samples (e.g., portioning into aluminum pouches and boxing). Act as first escalation point for abnormal data, equipment issues, or safety concerns before reporting to QC Engineers

Input and maintain analysis data in designated systems with high accuracy. Conduct safety talk. Perform job duties in accordance with LG Chem safety policies.

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, etc. in 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.

Comprehensive Understanding (Shift Leader): Ability to understand the purpose and principles of all analytical tests and support team members when needed. 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. Work Environment The working conditions (including the general work environment, and table with physical/mental demands) in this job description reflect the typical conditions you can expect while performing the essential functions of this job. LGCTA provides reasonable accommodations - appropriate changes and adjustments - to applicants and employees to be considered for a job opening, enable them to perform a job, gain access to the workplace, and enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment.

General Work Environment. This position is based primarily within a manufacturing environment and requires regular exposure to typical manufacturing conditions. Team members may experience elevated noise levels, fumes, dust, vibrations, moving mechanical equipment, heat exposure, and other industrial hazards while performing daily duties.

The role may also involve handling or moving product samples and navigating active production areas.. Requires standing, walking, lifting, crouching, and extended periods of instrument operation. Regular exposure to hazardous materials with required PPE usage

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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.