Coatings Lab Technician: Analyze & Optimize E-Coat Systems

PPG Industries, Inc; Fort Wayne (IN); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

PPG Industries, Inc is seeking a Laboratory Technician to monitor, test, and maintain pretreatment and e-coat systems, ensuring process performance, product quality, and environmental compliance.

You'll perform chemical analyses, calibrate equipment, document results, and support audits while collaborating with production and quality teams to uphold safety and efficiency in a busy plant environment.

Formación

• Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical procedures, specifications, and work instructions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and data entry systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsabilidades

• Perform required titrations and chemical analyses on pretreatment and e-coat systems according to established procedures.
• Monitor and maintain the integrity of pretreatment and e-coat systems to ensure consistent operational performance.
• Evaluate system performance data and make necessary process adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Maintain inventory levels of pretreatment chemicals, laboratory supplies, and testing materials.
• Verify and maintain proper e-coat rectifier settings to ensure optimum paint quality and system performance.
• Conduct routine laboratory and process testing to verify system performance and product quality requirements.
• Accurately document test results, process data, and system measurements in logs, charts, databases, and reports as defined by standard operating procedures.
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving process, quality, and equipment-related issues.
• Assist with calibration, maintenance, and upkeep of laboratory testing equipment.
• Maintain laboratory and process areas in accordance with 5S principles, housekeeping requirements, and safety standards.
• Follow all environmental, health, safety, and quality policies and procedures.
• Support audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Herramientas

Lab equipment

Descripción del empleo

PPG Industries, Inc is seeking a Laboratory Technician to monitor, test, and maintain pretreatment and e-coat systems, ensuring process performance, product quality, and environmental compliance.

You'll perform chemical analyses, calibrate equipment, document results, and support audits while collaborating with production and quality teams to uphold safety and efficiency in a busy plant environment.