Research Technician

LG; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Job summary

LG is seeking a Research Technician in Evansville, Indiana, to support product development and testing. This first shift position operates Monday through Friday from 7:00am - 3:30pm in an advanced lab environment. Responsibilities include batch production, maintaining test records, and technical support across departments.

No prior experience is necessary as internal training will be provided. The starting wage is $19.00 per hour and candidates must comply with safety practices while working with chemicals.

Qualifications

• No experience required; internal training is provided.
• Trained in techniques as per the Research & Development Laboratory Personnel Training Records.

Responsibilities

• Produce and test sample batches.
• Maintain records of product development.
• Prepare test data and samples for product submissions.
• Test new supplies of raw materials.
• Maintain raw material records and submit SDS for samples.
• Provide technical support for plant trials.
• Submit new gages to Quality Assurance for initiation of calibration records.
• Perform yearly testing and maintain records as required.
• Handle hazardous waste safely.
• Adhere to safe work practices with chemicals and process equipment.
• Maintain an organized and clean work environment.

Skills

Good communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Strong analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

We connect science to life for a better future.

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.

The Research Technician is responsible for supporting the testing needed to develop and formulate new products. He or she also performs testing on new raw materials. The Research Technician may provide any necessary technical support to various other departments. In addition, he or she is responsible for any other task their primary supervising chemist or Research and Development Lab Manager deems necessary.

This is a first shift position (Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm) in an air conditioned state‑of‑the‑art laboratory. Occasional overtime may be required. This role will work with several highly skilled chemist and technicians to serve our internal and external customers.

Essential Functions

• Produce and test sample batches
• Maintain records of product development
• Prepare test data and samples for product submissions
• Test new supplies of raw materials
• Maintain raw material records and submit SDS for samples
• Provide technical support for plant trials
• Submit new gages to Quality Assurance for initiation of calibration records
• Perform yearly testing and maintain records, as required
• May be responsible for handling hazardous waste
• Adhere to safe work practices with chemicals and process equipment
• Maintain organization and clean work environment
• Research Technician metric: TCIR rate

Skills / Competencies

• Good communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Trained in techniques described in Research & Development Laboratory Personnel Training Records

Education

• High School Diploma

Experience

• No experience required, internal training is provided

Starting Wage

• $19.00 per hour base rate

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work requires exposure to manufacturing environment operations, such as moving equipment, noise, fumes, vibrations, dust, etc.

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.