S&T Product Development Chemist, Senior at PPG INDUSTRIES INC in Strongsville, Ohio

Job Description:

As the Product Development Chemist, Senior you will be responsible for contributing to the development of new global product platforms for the powder Industrial and Automotive market segments which will encompass formulation design, preparation and application of coatings, as well as testing these coatings against a wide range of specifications and customer requirements from different regions around the globe.

PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits; Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick time; Disability and Life Insurance, 401K plus additional Retirement Benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct hands-on experimental work under the lead of a senior chemist through formulation, application, and testing of coatings. Provide independent thought to the project design, design independent experiments to contribute to larger projects, and generate reliable data.


• Lead the powder effort within for extensive testing of layered products for both internal benchmarking needs and customer performance validation.


• Work closely with regional labs to learn and understand their needs and how to incorporate these needs into new product platforms.


• Work in conjunction with R&D and/or other functions located around the globe on product development.


• Analyze and interpret experimental results effectively to contribute to the development of new and improved product platforms.


• Assist in global launch activities as required.


• Communicate progress on projects across multiple functions, both written and verbal


• Work safely, following all lab procedures and contribute to the maintenance of high safety standards.
  
  

Qualifications:

• BS degree in a technical field such as Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science or Chemical Engineering.


• 3-5+ years experience in powder coatings or related liquid coatings.


• Experience with experimental design (DOE) and complex problem-solving.


• The desire to be hands-on in the lab including application, testing, trouble-shooting, and process improvement.


• Very good cross-cultural communication skills and a strong desire to work in a dynamic global environment.
  
  

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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.

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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.

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