Quality Control Laboratory Technician

LG Chem America, Inc.; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

LG Chem Advanced Materials, Inc. in Clarksville, TN is seeking a QC Analytical Lab Technician to support mass production quality. You will conduct chemical, physical, and electrochemical characterization using instruments and SOPs, with training provided.

This full-time, 12-hour rotating shift (2/2/3) requires ability to work nights and weekends, wear PPE, and maintain accurate data. You will receive and prioritize samples, operate listed instruments, and assist with safety/compliance tasks.

Qualifications

• Background in laboratory or manufacturing quality operations preferred but not required.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends as required.
• Must wear PPE (safety shoes, glasses, masks, respirator, gloves, gowns, hearing protection, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical, physical, and electrochemical characterization using listed instruments according to SOPs.
• Receive, prioritize, and schedule analysis tasks; input data with high accuracy.
• Perform routine instrument maintenance and basic safety/environmental compliance checks.
• Assist with inventory control of laboratory consumables and packaging materials.
• Serve as first escalation point for abnormal data or equipment issues; report to QC engineers.
• Support audits, sample shipment, and documentation control processes.

Skills

Integrity

Accountability

Willingness to Learn

Quality Focus

Teamwork

Safety Mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ICP-OES

XRF

SEM

PSD Analyzer

BET Analyzer

XRD

Titrator

Tap Density Analyzer

Coin Cell Assembly

Job description

Job Title: Quality Control Analytical Laboratory Technician

"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 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):

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.

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 hands‑on environment.

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.