Production Operator (Night Shift)

Production Operator

We awaken the world with energy. 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!

We are seeking responsible and motivated individuals to join our team as Production Operators at our Arizona manufacturing site. In this role, you will be responsible for safely operating equipment, following standard operating procedures, and maintaining quality standards in our electrode and cell assembly production processes. The role is critical to ensuring the production of safe, reliable, and high-performance batteries.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor production equipment according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Follow all safety rules and wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Inspect raw materials, in-process products, and finished electrodes or assemblies to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Accurately record production data, equipment readings, and quality checks in designated systems/logs.
• Identify, report, and help troubleshoot basic equipment or process issues.
• Operate industrial equipment (forklifts, pallet jack, etc.) to transfer raw materials and semi-finished products.
• Perform routine cleaning and minor maintenance of machines and work areas to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
• Collaborate with team members, team leads, supervision, and engineers to meet daily production goals.
• Escalate safety, quality, or equipment issues to team leads promptly.
• Support continuous improvement activities by providing feedback on processes and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Commitment to workplace safety and teamwork.
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends, as required.
• Experience in large- or small-scale manufacturing in a production role, operating automated or semi-automated equipment, a plus.
• Familiarity with operating automated production equipment or control systems such as Human Machine Interface and Programmable Logic Controllers, a plus.
• Experience in powder handling, chemical batch processing, mixing, roll winding, and material conveyance, a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs, stand for long periods, and work in a manufacturing environment (noise, heat, PPE use).
• Must be able to work overnight on a compressed week schedule which includes regular weekend shifts (Saturday and/or Sunday) as the schedule requires.

Skills:

• Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions, SOPs, and safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks with accuracy.
• Basic math, computer, and data entry skills
• Ability to work well with other individuals and as part of a team to ensure the team meets & exceeds expectations.

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.

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