Research Technologist
Springdale, PA 
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Posted 30 days ago
Job Description

This position, reporting to the Group Leader - Process Technology, requires you to work in a Dispersion Lab, working with media mills, mixers, and testing equipment. This candidate should have at least 3-5years' experience in developing and optimizing coatings with excellent problem solving and improvement ideation skills and very eager to learn. A media milling background in an R&D/technical/manufacturing setting would be strongly preferred.

This position will be based in our Springdale, PA location.

Key Responsibilities:

*Scale-up of products for development and production.

*Safely operate, prepare, and maintain the equipment in the dispersion lab.

*Safely handle typical paint raw materials in the dispersion lab.

*Able to work independently and with team members to plan/coordinate/complete project assignments including the writing of summary reports.

*Record and document processing/testing data in an Electronic Notebook for all projects.

*Focus on improvement opportunities for both development and existing products.

*Manage projects to achieve best practice and return to standard work practices.

*Maintain/improve workplace organization(6S) and housekeeping.

Qualifications:

*3-5 years' experience developing optimizing coatings

*Mechanical acuity.

*Associate degree or certification in a technical field.

*Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time: Lab coats, gloves, dust masks, boot covers, hood, safety glasses/prescription safety glasses, and steel-toed shoes (provided by PPG).

*Media milling background in an R&D/technical/manufacturing

*Some travel will be required.

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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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, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. Pay Transparency poster: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Associate Degree
Required Experience
3 to 5 years
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