Quality Laboratory Technician

Quality Lab Technician
About LOTTE Aluminium Materials, USA
LOTTE Aluminium Materials, USA supports the production of electric vehicle batteries for the electric vehicle sector
by producing cathode foil, which is a type of ultra-thin aluminum foil that is one of the main components of the
electric vehicle lithium-ion battery. As a pioneering leader for the new world, LOTTE Aluminium Materials, USA is
committed to creating materials for a sustainable future. Join our team as a new pioneer in a new world!
Job Summary: The Quality Lab Technician at Lotte Aluminium Materials, USA is responsible for ensuring that all
products meet the Company's quality standards and industry regulations. This role involves performing various
tests, inspections, and analyses on aluminum products at different stages of the manufacturing process. The
technician works closely with the production team, engineers, and quality control departments to ensure the
production of high-quality aluminum products that meet customer specifications and regulatory requirements.
Job Responsibilities

• Conduct physical and chemical tests on aluminum products, raw incoming materials, and rolling oil with

UTM (Instron), optical microscope, gas chromatography, viscometer, coulometer, and others.

• Perform visual inspections of aluminum products to check for defects, surface imperfections, and other

quality issues.

• Final inspection using specialized testing equipment and instruments such as microscopes, and tensile

testing machines.

• Incoming inspection of packaging materials, rolling oil, and raw materials.
• In-process inspection of rolling oil with gas chromatography, viscometer, and other tools.
• Record and analyze test results, documenting findings and comparing them to required standards and

specifications.

• Prepare detailed reports on test results and any quality issues discovered, highlighting non-conformances

and recommending corrective actions.

• Maintain satisfactory maintenance and safety of the laboratory according to the process standard, ensuring

all laboratory equipment is properly calibrated, maintained, and functioning to ensure accurate testing.

• Ensure that all testing and quality control activities comply with industry standards, regulatory

requirements, and internal policies.

• Adhere to safety protocols when using laboratory equipment and handling chemicals, materials and

potential hazardous products in the testing process.

• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret data and identify trends or issues.
• Ability to conduct thorough investigations into quality issues and propose solutions.
• High level of attention to detail to identify defects and inconsistencies in materials and processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, team orientation and presentation skills.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point, etc.).
• Safety and Quality oriented with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive attitude.

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Education and Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in quality control, laboratory testing, or manufacturing environments, preferably in

the aluminum battery cell or metals industry.

• Experience with testing equipment and quality control tools (e.g., tensile testing machines, gas

chromatography) is preferred.

• Experience in setting up and establishing a mechanical and chemical laboratory is preferred.
• Experience or knowledge of Statistical analysis (SPC) and/or measurement system analysis (MSA) is

preferred.

• ISO 9001, IATF 16949 and/or VDA 6.3 standard experience is preferred.
• Experience in a multi-language and multi-cultural setting is preferred.

Physical Requirements
The Quality Lab Technician will work in a laboratory setting within the manufacturing facility. Some time may be
spent on the production floor conducting inspections and working with the production team. The role may require
working with hazardous materials, chemicals, or equipment, so adherence to safety protocols is essential.
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee will be required to: sit at a desk for prolonged
periods of time and work on a computer; regularly walk and communicate.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be comfortable working in an industrial manufacturing environment. Must be able to stand and walk for
extended periods of time, climb stairs frequently throughout each day, and do some lifting. There are times when
you will need to walk throughout the manufacturing plant floor or walk between buildings, which includes but is not
limited to walking outside, walking up and down stairs, walking across metal grates and potentially being in contact
with slippery surfaces.
Benefits
Competitive wage and comprehensive benefits package: Company paid Medical, Dental and Vision premiums, PTO,
paid holiday time off and 401k company contribution match.
EEOC Statement: LOTTE Aluminium Materials USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating
an inclusive workplace where all individuals feel valued and respected. We provide equal employment opportunities
to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, disability, veteran status, hair texture or
hairstyle, if that hair texture or that hairstyle is commonly associated with a particular race or national origin, or any
other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.