Product Development Chemist, Entry Level

PPG Industries, Inc
401(k)
United States, Pennsylvania, Springdale
125 Colfax Street (Show on map)
Nov 07, 2024
As a Product Development Chemist, you will work with plant engineers on manufacturing of intermediates and finished goods.You'll intelligently apply your formulation expertise in an environment that encourages your growth. You will contribute to new product development, color and other formula design, product preparation and application, and the testing of coatings against different specifications and requirements. PPG Industrial Coatings produces coatings for appliances, agricultural and construction equipment, electronic materials, automotive parts, residential and commercial construction, wood flooring and many other finished products. Located in Springdale, PA (Pittsburgh, PA suburb), the position will report to the Technical Supervisor of Extrusion, Building Products. PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay. Key Responsibilities Product Development Activities Plan and conduct experimental work (coatings formulation, application, testing) based on the need for performance improvements, process improvements, or application improvements as communicated by both sales and field service individuals. Formulate coatings for aluminum substrates in PVDF, Acrylic, and Polyester technologies. Analyze and interpret experimental results to facilitate new product development. Identify replacement materials in existing products for raw materials with chemical restrictions or obsoleted raw materials. Ensure that raw material replacements have no impact to the customer. Communicate and ensure recordkeeping through written/verbal summaries, reports, and presentations to both internal and external customers. Manufacturing Support Activities Work closely with plant engineers on manufacturing of intermediates and finished goods. Support manufacturing of all Extrusion products including first time make batches and quality holds/troubleshooting. Technical Service Support Activities Provide samples to customers either as sprayed parts or as wet samples by retrieving raw materials, preparing samples, QC testing, filling, labeling and shipping samples. Handling customer questions/concerns and address any customer complaints. Provide Technical Data Sheet and Safety Data Sheet information on products when requested. Visit new and existing customers for product trials or line application issues. Safety/5S/Admin Activities Maintain a safe and organized laboratory by purging of old raw materials and establishing 5S standards. Knowledge of Product Stewardship and EHS steps needed during Product Development to insure new products meet requirements and keep PPG manufacturing teams and PPG customers safe when using PPG products. Qualifications B.S. Degree in a technical/engineering field such as Chemistry, Polymer Science, Coatings Science, or Chemical Engineering. 3+ years of laboratory experience. Prior knowledge of spray applied solvent-borne coatings 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.