S&T Product Development Chemist, Experienced

PPG Industries, Inc
United States, Pennsylvania, Hampton Township
4325 Rosanna Drive (Show on map)
Nov 09, 2024
As a Chemist at PPG, you will join our automotive refinish product development team in Allison Park. You will contribute to the research and development of new clear coat products, collaborating with a global team to inspire creativity in automotive coatings. We offer the opportunity to grow into a subject matter expert and take on leadership responsibilities. Reporting directly to the Manager of New Product Development you will have a foundation in chemistry and coatings working in the laboratory as part of the automotive refinish product development team in Allison Park. Key Responsibilities Report to a team leader and support the execution and communication of experimental results. Conduct experiments of a senior chemist and analyze data and draw scientifically sound conclusions. Communicate results to the supervisor and team. Collaborate with global development labs to guide project progress. Exhibit teamwork, showing a willingness to collaborate and acknowledge the contributions of others. Propose experiments to address specific challenges with limited input. Maintain a detailed and organized laboratory notebook. Ensure a safe and clean work environment. Qualifications (4-6 maximum bullet points in this section) B.S. in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Engineering. 1+ year of relevant work experience, including formulating, spraying, and testing coatings. Experience independently planning and accomplish experiments. Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE). 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.