Development Chemist

Overview

Develop and test liquid industrial coatings for OEM customers.

Key Responsibilities

• formulation
• testing
• project lead
• qc liaison
• root cause
• safety compliance

Tasks

-Network internally within PPG to build relationships and seek cross functional solutions to complex problems. -Lead projects and directly oversee work of contractors and technicians. -With feedback from technical service, address customer complaints/concerns through root cause analysis and/or formulation changes. -Communicate and ensure recordkeeping through written/verbal summaries, reports, and presentations to both internal and external customers. -Prepare and apply liquid coating products for testing against customer defined specifications and requirements. -Act as a liaison to manufacturing by answering QC questions, working to maintain formula alignment, addressing problem formulas, and product quality concerns through experimental work. -With direction from the customer, formulate and test new ideas directed at improving coatings properties to add value through improved performance. -Communicate updates as well as any issues, roadblocks, questions, or concerns quickly and effectively within the team environment so that solutions can be implemented as soon as possible. -Serve as a resource to troubleshoot issues both within the direct team and as part of the larger group supporting other chemists. -Follow all PPG EH&S and safety guidelines 100% of the time while working. -Stay up to date on new raw material product launches and material literature through engagement with suppliers. -Follow and maintain product formulation guidelines. The chemist will also be responsible for identifying new or alternative formulation tools that can be incorporated into the main product platform through extensive testing and validation.

Requirements

• coatings formulation
• laboratory experience
• 5+ years
• chemistry degree
• us citizenship
• teamwork

What You Bring

-Able to handle multiple projects in a high-pressure environment with a demanding customer. -5+ years of coatings formulation experience and proven laboratory experience. -Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply -Bachelor's Degree in a Chemistry, Polymer Science, Coatings Science, or Chemical Engineering or global equivalent in related discipline. Master’s degree, PhD, or global equivalent a plus. -Positively motivate peers and associates in cooperative efforts 100% of the time while working on the team.

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About Ppg

-A global leader in coatings and specialty materials. -A history of innovation has enabled the development of cutting-edge products for diverse industries worldwide. -Serves multiple sectors, including automotive, aerospace, industrial, and consumer goods. -Strong presence in more than 70 countries with a vast portfolio of products and services. -Provides high-performance coatings to help businesses protect and beautify their assets. -Products are used across industries ranging from automotive to marine and construction. -Research and development efforts focus on creating sustainable and durable solutions. -Expanded market position through strategic acquisitions in recent years. -Recognized as a leader in materials science and coatings technology.

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-only u.s. citizens, green card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.