Engineer, Quality

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc. • Lansing, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. The Quality Engineer drives continuous quality improvement by gathering and analyzing data, maintaining standards, proposing solutions, and communicating with stakeholders ranging from operators to high-level management. The position is located in Lansing, Michigan, and reports to the Manager (Part Leader).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• 0 to 3+ years of experience in a quality engineer or related role.
• Comfort working independently and with others.
• Results-oriented and perseverant.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Project and process management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Technically proficient and motivated to continuously improve.
• Proficiency with the MS Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma; Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.
• Experience with complete core documents, including control plans and process failure mode effects analysis (PFMEA).
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC).
• Experience with the 4M change process.
• Proficiency with Minitab.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all quality inspections, including activities on off shifts.
• Submit non-conformance reports when needed and follow up to ensure problems are corrected.
• Ensure accurate and standardized data collection.
• Drive continuous improvement through data analysis and troubleshooting.
• Work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Communicate with stakeholders to ensure testing occurs for changes in materials or dimensions.
• Provide data as requested by other work-related teams, including headquarters.
• Track and monitor SPC data for all inspections and drive future changes.
• Write and maintain work instructions.
• Train operators when changes occur.
• Maintain work-site cleanliness in accordance with 5S3R standards: Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain; Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for the employee and family.
• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance.
• Employer-supported childcare and babysitting programs.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunity to grow in a diverse work environment with a global company.
• 401(k) retirement savings and planning with a generous company match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level