Lab Technician

PPG; Woodinville (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

EAP

Job summary

PPG in Woodinville, WA is seeking a Lab Technician to formulate and test aerospace sealants and adhesives. You will contribute to commercial and development projects in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities include executing SOPs, preparing samples, recording data, and presenting results. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement while supporting lab operations. A high school diploma and 1+ year wet chemistry experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years hands-on wet chemistry experience.
• Experience with polymers, coatings, sealants, and adhesives.
• U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, or eligible asylees/refugees.
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with laboratory equipment.
• Experience with SOP development, process improvement, training, or workflow coordination.
• Commitment to safety and integrity.
• Team-oriented and collaborative work style.
• Focus on continuous improvement and delivering high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical laboratory support for product development and research.
• Understand product specifications, testing requirements, and SOPs.
• Perform formulation, sample prep, and testing per SOPs and quality standards.
• Create accurate, organized records and data.
• Document test results and technical observations clearly.
• Present results through reports and presentations to team and partners.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure project success and resolve issues.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve routine laboratory and product issues.

Skills

Wet chemistry

Polymer/coatings/sealants

Team collaboration

Safety oriented

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Join PPG and help lead the next generation of sealants. As a global industry leader, PPG delivers advanced aerospace sealants applications that set the standard for performance, quality, and sustainability. Our success is powered by talented people who thrive in a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth.

We are hiring a Lab Technician in our Woodinville, WA office. You will work on the formulating and testing of commercial or under-development aerospace sealants and adhesives products against several customer specifications in a diverse team setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide complex to complex technical laboratory support for product development and research activities.
• Develop a deep understanding of product specifications, testing requirements, and laboratory test methods to ensure accurate execution of assigned work.
• Perform formulation, sample preparation, and testing activities in strict accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety guidelines, and quality standards.
• Create reliable, accurate, and reproducible data while maintaining detailed, organized, and compliant laboratory records and notebooks.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive documentation of test results, observations, and technical findings to support project goals and facilitate informed decision-making.
• Present technical results and project updates through written reports and oral presentations to team members and partners.
• Collaborate with laboratory colleagues, teams, and supported departments to ensure project success and resolution of issues.
• Provide technical support by identifying, researching, troubleshooting, and resolving routine laboratory and product-related issues of low to moderate complexity.
• Respond to technical inquiries through multiple communication channels, including email, phone, and internal support systems.
• Document and track technical issues, test results, and corrective actions using applicable systems, databases, and tools.
• Coordinate with other teams and departments to resolve technical concerns and support continuous improvement plans.
• Help with laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, inventory management, and compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Support user access and system-related activities, including routine account maintenance and password resets.

Qualifications

• We require a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of hands-on experience with wet chemistry.
• Experience of polymer, coatings, sealants, and adhesives.
• Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with laboratory or production equipment
• Experience with Standard Operating Procedure development, process improvement, training, or workflow coordination
• Commitment to safety and integrity
• Work collaboratively in a team environment
• Focus on continuous improvement and delivering high-quality results

Pay Transparency

The base salary range for this position is $60,000 to $67,500, with a possibility of an annual bonus up to 2.5% of base salary. PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.

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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