Lab Technician

PPG; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG in Delaware, OH is seeking a Laboratory Technician to operate onsite in QC Labs. You will validate raw material and finished goods samples, identify result abnormalities, mitigate risk of defective material, and support continuous improvement initiatives within the QC team and cross-functional groups.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 1 year of lab experience, and the ability to work the 3rd shift (11 pm–7 am) including weekends and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• 1 year of academic or professional laboratory experience
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering preferred

Responsibilities

• Identify and troubleshoot batch QC result abnormalities and take action as able
• Test production samples following SOPs and record results
• Support project and continuous improvement to meet timelines
• Understand customer requirements and adjust batches accordingly
• Collaborate with QC, production, and technical groups to disposition batches
• Maintain laboratory equipment and perform calibrations as assigned
• Prioritize daily activities from production and project needs
• Maintain lab inventory and 6S housekeeping
• Support Delaware Quality Management System requirements
• Complete development plans in entirety
• Execute RCA tasks as assigned

Skills

Laboratory experience

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Chemistry/Biochemistry/Chemical Engineering preferred

Job description

As a Laboratory Technician working onsite in our production support QC Labs in Delaware, OH, you will be responsible for a variety of laboratory operations in quality assurance and research settings. In the QC team, you will validate raw material and finished good samples, identify result abnormalities, work to mitigate risk of defective material, and aid in the support of our continuous improvement and project initiatives. Laboratory technicians will be agile learners, results driven, and collaborative in their work within the QC team and across multiple functional groups.

• The shift for this position is 3rd Shift: 11 pm to 7 am – Sunday night to Friday morning.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and troubleshoot batch QC result abnormalities and take action as able
• Test all production samples as required – following SOPs as defined, performing test methods accurately, and recording all test results
• Support project and continuous improvement work as needed to help maintain project timelines
• Understand customer requirements and determine adjustments for batches as needed
• Collaborate with other QC teams, production, and technical groups to independently disposition batches
• Maintain all laboratory equipment and perform required calibrations as assigned
• Utilize immediate production and project needs to prioritize daily activities
• Maintain lab ancillary inventory, daily material stocking needs, and contribute to 6S
• Understand, support, and maintain Delaware’s Quality Management System requirements
• Support Departmental X matrix action items as assigned
• Completion of development plans in entirety
• Execution of RCA tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering preferred
• 1 year of academic or professional laboratory experience and proven ability to accurately apply laboratory methods
• Ability to work night shift (3rd shift)
• Ability to work weekends as dictated by business need
• Ability to work additional overtime as determined by business

About Us

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 X.

The PPG Way 2030

We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellent operators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.

We are PPG proud

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

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, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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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. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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