Aerospace Color Technology Manager at PPG INDUSTRIES INC in Burbank, California

Job Description:

Color Technology Manager
PPG IndustriesBurbank

PPG has a job opening for a Color Technology Manager in the aerospace Science and Technology team. The position will be based in Burbank, CA, with direct responsibility as a leader for aerospace color technology development. The position reports to Associate Director of aerospace color technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the team to Identify, acquire and / or develop technologies that provide targeted, valued added color performance to aerospace coatings products.


• Identify, acquire and / or develop color measurement tools / systems for to facilitate color development, enhance production efficiency and promote sale of coatings products.


• Select and implement new pigment technologies to improve color capabilities and/or product performance related to color.


• Understand pigment interactions with and dispersion in different coating chemistries to develop effective color formulations.


• Familiar with digital color tools and technologies. Utilize the appropriate digital tools to modernize color technology development and operations.


• Collaborate closely with coatings product development team to develop stainers, and tints for specific product lines.


• Collaborate with corporate color organization, suppliers and external experts to assess and introduce relevant technologies to aerospace business unit.


• Provide color training internally and to external customers (as needed).


• Effectively Interface with manufacturing, business and marketing functions to introduce new color technologies and maximize value.


• Manage direct reports of color technologists & color specialists. Proactively develop talent pipeline.


• Understands and complies with PPG and aerospace quality and EH&S policies, and any relevant customer-specific requirements.

• Minimum BS degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, material science or a related field. Advanced degrees preferred.


• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in the formulation of coatings including color styling & color matching.


• Strong technical knowledge on performance of coatings, color, quality systems & coatings production processes.


• A track record of creating and commercializing new products with improved color technology.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and abilities to collaborate cross-functionally and across regions.


• At least 2 years of team leadership experience is preferred.


• Must be able to successfully pass a color vision test.

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday - everyday.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

The PPG Way

Every single day at PPG:

We partner with customers to create mutual value.

We are "One PPG" to the world.

We trust our people every day, in every way.

We make it happen.

We run it like we own it.

We do better today than yesterday - everyday.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.

Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday - everyday.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™
Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company.. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

The PPG Way
Every single day at PPG:
We partner with customers to create mutual value.
We are "One PPG" to the world.
We trust our people every day, in every way.
We make it happen.
We run it like we own it.
We do better today than yesterday - everyday.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.
Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.