Lab Technician 3rd Shift - Pittsburgh Paints Company

PPG; Huron (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG is seeking a Lab Technician for the 3rd shift to conduct investigations, product benchmarking, and applications testing on paints and coatings. The ideal candidate will possess a scientific degree and effective communication skills while being self-motivated and capable of independent work. This position promises excellent growth opportunities within a dynamic team focused on providing quality service in the coatings industry.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' lab experience preferred.
• Prior experience with paints and/or coatings preferred.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations on product complaints and document results.
• Perform product benchmarking and application testing on a range of substances.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure safety standards.

Skills

Self-motivation

Effective communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field

Job description

Lab Technician 3rd Shift - Pittsburgh Paints Company

Pay Competitive

Location Huron/Ohio

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

As a Lab Technician working 3rd Shift, you will conduct complaint investigations, product benchmarking, and applications testing on paints, stains, adhesives and sealants used by homeowners, business owners and professional painters and contractors in the United States and Canada (USCA).

Are you ready to work with an exciting team with excellent opportunities for growth? Read more below!

Key Responsibilities

Complaint investigations –investigate product complaints using defined test protocols, document and report results.

Product benchmarking- conduct internal and external product testing, document and report results.

Applications testing - complete hands-on application testing.

Ensure that proper safety attitudes, procedures, and housekeeping are maintained on all work programs and conduct work in a manner that protects self, co-workers, the environment, and the safety of the community.

Operate and maintain laboratory equipment following established experiment protocols, with limited supervision.

Participate in the quality process and maintain requirements for the laboratory.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field and/or 1-3 years’ lab experience is preferred but not required.

Prior experience with paint and/or coatings is preferred.

Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.

Must be proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite.

Effective oral and written communication skills in English are required.

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.

As a Lab Technician working 3rd Shift, you will conduct complaint investigations, product benchmarking, and applications testing on paints, stains, adhesives and sealants used by homeowners, business owners and professional painters and contractors in the United States and Canada (USCA).

Are you ready to work with an exciting team with excellent opportunities for growth? Read more below!

Key Responsibilities

• Complaint investigations –investigate product complaints using defined test protocols, document and report results.

• Product benchmarking- conduct internal and external product testing, document and report results.

• Applications testing - complete hands-on application testing.

• Ensure that proper safety attitudes, procedures, and housekeeping are maintained on all work programs and conduct work in a manner that protects self, co-workers, the environment, and the safety of the community.

• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment following established experiment protocols, with limited supervision.

• Participate in the quality process and maintain requirements for the laboratory.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field and/or 1-3 years’ lab experience is preferred but not required.

• Prior experience with paint and/or coatings is preferred.

• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.

• Must be proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite.

• Effective oral and written communication skills in English are required.

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.

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

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 Twitter.

The PPG Way
Every single day at PPG:
We partner with customers to create mutual value.
We are “One PPG” to the world.
We trust our people every day, in every way.
We make it happen.
We run it like we own it.
We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

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, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email [e-mail].

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.
Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

About the company

PPG Industries, Inc. is an American Fortune 500 company and global supplier of paints, coatings, and specialty materials.

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