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"We connect science to life for a better future."

LG Chem - Leading the Chemical Industry in Korea (http://www.lgchem.com)

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 contributes to industrial development with various petrochemical products of the world-class quality. In the petrochemicals business, the company has built a vertically integrated system from the basic raw materials (the upstream) such as ethylene and propylene to the downstream products such as PE, ABS, Acrylic Acid and synthetic rubber. The petrochemicals business is LG Chem's core business area with the world-class productivity and cost competitiveness. The company has advanced its business structure by focusing on the high-value added products such as Nano-carbon tube, strengthening its competitiveness in the global market consistently.

We are actively seeking an Injection Molding Technician with plastics experience who has both injection molding & materials testing experience. (Mainly Injection Molding). The ideal Technician will have a polymer background with experience in Automotive, Home Appliance or Consumer product industries to work with our clients. This position is on-site at our Ravenna, OH Customer Solution Center.

Responsibilities include:

Utilize in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in injection molding processes.

Follow the international standard ASTM, ISO, conduct plastic material testing like Mechanical testing (Tensile / Flexural / Falling weight), Thermal testing (HDT, MI), Physical (Density, Scratch) and weatherability testing.

Set up, operate, and maintain injection molding machines and other material testing equipment.

(Preparation for experiment & maintenance - all materials, components, reagents, etc.)

Perform front-line troubleshooting of issues related to injection molding processes and material testing.

Perform certain tests to measure material performance.

Collaborate with engineering team to optimize injection molding processes.

Collaborate with engineers to conduct experiments and tests to identify and implement process enhancements.

Conduct thorough inspections of molded products to evaluate product defects.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation related to injection molding processes, changes, and improvements.

Provide insights and recommendations for engineers to generate comprehensive reports.

Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of injection molding processes and material testing.

Additional responsibilities may vary based on the specific needs and goals of the organization.

Qualifications:

Understanding of R&D Principles.

Strong troubleshooting ability

Ability to follow an outline and execute experiments with specific objectives.

Intermediate computer skills.

Strong willingness to learn.

Ability to make basic measurements and calculations.

Ability to execute under tight timelines.

Proven experience as a technician in a plastics R&D environment, with a focus on injection molding and material testing.

Ability to interpret process data effectively.

Strong understanding of injection molding principle and plastic material properties.

Knowledge of extrusion processes is a plus but not mandatory.

Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

3+years of experience in an injection molding industry required.

Material testing certification highly desired.

Extensive experience in developing and optimizing injection molding parameters and plastic material testing.

Experience in machining, mold fabrication, assembly and mold maintenance

Knowledge of various thermoplastic materials and evaluation tools

Collaboration experience with injection molding engineer, product designer

MS Excel, MS Word Skills

Strong communication and coordination skills

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