Industrial Lab Technician – Pretreatment & E-Coat

PPG Industries (UK) Limited; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG Industries (UK) Limited in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to monitor, test, and maintain pretreatment and e-coat systems to ensure product quality and environmental compliance.

You will perform chemical analyses, calibrate equipment, document results, and support audits and continuous improvement while collaborating with production and quality teams.

The role emphasizes safety, 5S housekeeping, and accurate data recording in a dynamic industrial environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Technical procedures

MS Office

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

PPG Industries (UK) Limited in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to monitor, test, and maintain pretreatment and e-coat systems to ensure product quality and environmental compliance.

You will perform chemical analyses, calibrate equipment, document results, and support audits and continuous improvement while collaborating with production and quality teams.

The role emphasizes safety, 5S housekeeping, and accurate data recording in a dynamic industrial environment.