R&D Laboratory Technician I

LG Electronics North America; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading technology company as an R&D Laboratory Technician I. In this entry-level role, you'll conduct tests on home appliance products, assist in data analysis, and contribute to innovative projects. Ideal for recent graduates looking to start their career in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

No-cost employee premiums for medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits.

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with immediate vesting.

Generous Paid Time Off program.

Access to mental health resources.

Family-oriented benefits such as paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, Associates degree or higher preferred.
• Proven success in a testing role within a laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on testing of home appliance products.
• Assist with data analysis to help improve product performance.
• Participate in LG’s innovation projects.

Skills

Testing

Data Analysis

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree or higher preferred

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Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life's Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations. Our diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions, Media Entertainment Solutions, Vehicle Solutions, and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy, "Jeong-do Management," embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of 'Customer-Value Creation' and 'People-Oriented Management', these values shape our corporate culture, fostering creativity, diversity, and integrity. At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment. Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology. At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.

What We Can Offer

A crafted employee experience designed to foster professional growth, a focus on health & well-being and an internal community that will set you up for success.

As an R&D Laboratory Technician I, you will be an integral part of the team responsible for testing and evaluating home appliance products, both from LG and its competitors. You’ll conduct a variety of tests, such as performance, usage, benchmark, and reliability testing, all while helping to shape the future of LG’s product innovations.

Your role will include assisting Product Engineers with gathering and analyzing test data, providing insights to improve the products, and contributing to innovation projects. You’ll collaborate closely with team members and leadership to support the development of new, cutting-edge appliances.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on testing of home appliance products and support data collection for product development.
• Assist with data analysis to help improve product performance and identify opportunities for innovation.
• Participate in LG’s innovation projects, contributing to the creation of next-generation home appliances.
• Collaborate with team leaders on project progress and test findings.
  
  

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, Associates degree or higher preferred.
• Proven success in a testing role within a laboratory environment.
  
  

Recruiting Range

$36,000—$50,000 USD

Benefits Offered Full-Time Employees

• No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.
• Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options.
• Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
• Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).
• Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.
• Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.
• Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.
  
  

Benefits Offered Temporary/Contractors

• Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.
  
  

Privacy Notice to California Applicants

At LG, we aspire to empower people and celebrate differences because we believe diversity will create the unexpected. We provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Consistent with our commitment to providing equal opportunity and embracing diversity, LG has implemented affirmative action to ensure applicants are employed and employees are treated without regard to these characteristics.

In addition to the above, LG believes that pay transparency is a key part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our salary ranges take into account many factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skillset, experience, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and other business needs. While we consider geographic pay differentials in final offers, because we operate in many geographies where applicable, the salary range listed may not reflect all geographic differentials applied.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Consumer Electronics

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