Title: Engineer I, SQA
Reports to:
Location:
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:
This Job is responsible for ensuring a product or component meets the established standards of quality including reliability, usability and performance. Verifying quality standards in accordance with the requirements of the organization. Communicate effectively within all levels of organization to discuss and resolve quality issues in a timely manner.
Responsibilities:
Oversee effective implementation of the QMS, including any business accreditations
Maintain the Quality Manuals and Quality Procedures and ensure contents are appropriate for business, operation, and customer requirements
Train inspectors to perform components/product incoming/inline inspections
Organize and manage internal and external audits and corrective action reporting, including training and guiding other auditors
Attend meetings for abroad Suppliers and HQ request, if agenda is related to changes on components/product and quality issues
Maintain the Standard Operating Procedure content and coordinate the issuing of these documents
Review, collect, and analyse data on quality procedures to continuously improve plant targets using the 4M process
Maintain and repair laboratory machines as necessary and track spare parts
Train new inspectors and engineers on quality issues
Promote the use of customer preferred techniques for continuous improvement such as Six-Sigma, Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing), and Measurement System Analysis
Provide quality information to customer service team
Communicate with regulatory agencies regarding compliance documentation or validation results
Recommend resolution of identified deviations from established product or process standards
Create, populate, or maintain databases for tracking validation activities, test results, or validated systems
Participate in internal or external training programs to maintain knowledge of validation principles, industry trends, or novel technologies
Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Chemical engineering or Chemistry, Mechanical, Material, Industrial, Electrical or Electronic engineering or equivalent
Ability to travel domestic and internationally
Experience:
1 to 3+ years of experience working in a manufacturing setting preferred
Laboratory or research experience preferred
Background with GTNT preferred
Skills:
Comfortable 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
Basic knowledge of electrical engineering
Strong knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), and Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA)
Knowledge of quality systems and Lean manufacturing
Knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9000
MS Office Suite and Minitab
Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support entire production team
Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support and work with HQ and global sites
Benefits Overview
100% employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision premium for you and your family
100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
Employer supported childcare/babysitting programs
Generous Paid Time Off / Holidays
Opportunity to grow in diverse work environment with a global company
401k Retirement savings and planning with generous company match
LGESMI is an Equal Opportunity employer that values the diversity of its workforce. EEO
