Team (Crew) Leader, Production (Hourly)

LG Energy Solution Arizona; Queen Creek (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Operator or experienced hourly Team Leader to join our high-performance production team. You will operate and maintain manufacturing equipment, mentor operators, and ensure daily quality and efficiency.

You will collaborate closely with Equipment Maintenance, Engineering and Quality Assurance to troubleshoot issues and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. The role may be day or overnight shift.

Qualifications

• Minimum education of High School diploma or GED.
• 3+ years in a production role in manufacturing with automated or semi-automated equipment.
• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts and a compressed weekend schedule.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, including 5S and 6-Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Train and mentor operators on operations in assigned area and shift.
• Collaborate with Equipment Maintenance, Engineering and Quality Assurance to resolve production issues.
• Complete documentation and record-keeping to meet quality standards on time.
• Manage non-conforming materials following MRB process, including disposition.
• Operate multiple tools to support smooth production processes.
• Respond to process or equipment issues and initiate basic OCAPs for deviations.
• Perform 5S, 3R and audits to ensure high product quality.
• Contribute to safety, quality, output and tool uptime improvements.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

LG Energy Solution is the global leader in lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions. Located in Queen Creek, Arizona, LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is LG Group's first cylindrical battery manufacturer in North America, leading the widespread distribution of electric vehicles with the most advanced battery technology in the world.

Join us as we inspire our talent with growth, challenge, action and collaboration to Empower Every Possibility!

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Manufacturing Operator or experienced hourly Team Leader to join our high-performance production team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining manufacturing equipment, mentoring operators, and ensuring the quality and efficiency of production processes. You will collaborate closely with Equipment (Maintenance), Engineering, Quality Assurance, and cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. This position may be assigned to either day shift or overnight shift. See additional schedule detail in Qualifications section.

Responsibilities:

• Train and mentor operators on all operations in assigned area and on an assigned shift.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Equipment (Maintenance), Engineering and Quality Assurance—to resolve production issues and implement Out of Control Action Plans (OCAPs).
• Accurately complete documentation and record-keeping tasks on time to ensurecompliance with quality standards.
• Manage non-conforming materials following the MRB (Material Review Board) process,including identification, containment, documentation, and disposition.
• Operate multiple tools simultaneously to support a smooth and efficient productionprocess.
• Respond to process or equipment issues, conduct initial investigations, and initiate basicOCAPs to address deviations from expected performance.
• Ensure high product quality through activities such as web path checks, audits, and 5S,3R implementation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts in safety, quality, output, and tool uptime.

Qualifications:

• Minimum education of High School diploma or GED
• At least 3 years' experience in a production role in a manufacturing facility, operating automated or semi-automated equipment.
• Must be able to work 12-hour production shifts
• Must be able to work an alternative, compressed week schedule, including standard weekend shifts (Saturdays and/or Sundays) as required by the schedule
• Knowledge and experience applying Lean Manufacturing principles, including 5S and 6-Sigma.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and troubleshoot production equipment or process issues and implement short- to mid-term solutions to maintain production.
• Experience with quality control charts and data interpretation.
• Experience in powder handling, chemical batch processing, mixing, roll-winding and material conveyance, a plus
• Proven ability to work independently and be a self-driven contributor with minimal supervision.
• Physically able to lift 25 lbs unassisted, stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces.
• Ability to work overtime, as required.
• Ability to travel, including overseas, as required.

Skills:

• Strong communication skills and ability to influence and teach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Sound judgment on when to escalate issues to management or engineering for support.
• Comfortable working in dynamic environment, with ability to perform time-sensitive analysis and problem-solving.

Why should you work here?

1. Growth - You are a self-driven individual who seeks and captures the opportunities for growth we offer by acquiring and solving tasks.

2. Challenge - You reach beyond expectations and strive for innovative methods beyond the traditional.

3. Action - You are driven, take initiative, can execute decisions with agility and fulfill tasks to completion.

4. Collaboration - You are enthusiastic about teamwork while respecting the different backgrounds and experience of colleagues.

EEO Statement

LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

As set forth in LG Energy Solution Arizona’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.