Applications Spray Technician

PPG Industries (UK) Limited; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Applications Spray Technician on a weekend shift in Cleveland, OH. You will work in a dynamic Painting Process Laboratory, ensuring the safe operation of spray equipment and leading customer workflows. This physically demanding role offers paid training and the opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment. You'll analyze equipment parameters, operate advanced tools, and maintain high lab standards. If you are observant, precise, and eager to learn, this position is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career in a reputable organization committed to innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; chemistry and algebra knowledge preferred.
• Ability to understand and communicate detailed information accurately.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and set equipment parameters according to standard documentation.
• Operate equipment, capture process settings, and record results.
• Maintain cleanliness of the lab and perform scheduled 5S tasks.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Physical Stamina

Digital Literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some College Chemistry and Math

Tools

Paint Application Equipment

Robotic Equipment

Computers for Equipment Operation

Job description

As an Applications Spray Technician, Weekend Shift, you will work within a Painting Process Laboratory using Paint Application Equipment and Automation tools. Your responsibilities include ensuring the safe operation of spray equipment and chemical handling, maintaining lab standards according to 5S/Quality standards, and leading customer workflows to meet timelines and deliverables. You will report to an Application Team Supervisor and work onsite in Cleveland, OH. The shift is Friday to Monday, from 7 am to 5:30 pm, with potential variations during training.

No prior experience necessary; paid training provided; position is physically demanding.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Analyze and set equipment parameters according to standard documentation.
2. Operate equipment using computers, capture process settings, and record results.
3. Understand, record, and communicate detailed information accurately.
4. Spray and test samples of paint from production and development.
5. Perform spray experiments using robotic equipment.
6. Follow all safety protocols and complete required safety training.
7. Maintain cleanliness of the lab and perform scheduled 5S tasks daily, weekly, and monthly.
8. Enter data into the Application log.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required; chemistry and algebra knowledge preferred; some college chemistry and math desirable.
• Ability to understand, record, and verbalize detailed information accurately; must be observant and precise.
• Ability to handle a physically demanding position.
• Digitally literate.

PPG offers competitive pay ranges and benefits tailored to geographic locations, considering factors like skills, experience, education, and organizational needs. Benefits are designed to support employee health and well-being, in accordance with plan terms.

About us:

At PPG, we value integrity and professionalism, striving daily to improve. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and color leadership, serving various markets worldwide. Learn more at www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on Twitter.

The PPG Way:

• Partner with customers to create mutual value.
• Operate as "One PPG" globally.
• Trust our people every day.
• Make it happen.
• Own our work.
• Continuously improve.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to various protected characteristics. For disability assistance during application, contact [e-mail]. We value your feedback on our recruiting process via Glassdoor. Benefits will be discussed during the hiring process.