Quality Assurance Chemist

PPG; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Disability leave

Job summary

PPG's Aerospace Business seeks a Quality Control/Assurance Chemist in Los Angeles, CA. You will perform qualitative and quantitative analyses of in-process samples to determine material conformance, reporting to the Site Quality Manager onsite.

Qualifications include a chemistry degree, 3+ years of lab experience, Lean Six Sigma familiarity, and ability to obtain DoD clearance. The position prioritizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to AS9100 standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related STEM field; aerospace sealant and coatings experience preferred.
• 3+ years of chemistry-related lab analysis experience or equivalent education.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles preferred.
• Must be able to wear PPE and full-face respirator.
• Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain DoD security clearance; dual citizenship not allowed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain internal quality procedures and QA/Control plans.
• Review customer quality/material specs and ensure alignment with quality systems.
• Maintain PFMEA documents; identify risks and take action.
• Lead internal audits and root-cause analysis.
• Manage Process Control Documents and participate in internal audits for quality compliance.
• Adhere to Health, Safety, and Environmental protocols; support regulatory compliance.
• Participate in certification and customer audits.
• Ensure test equipment is calibrated and conforms to specs.
• Follow SOPs and contribute to new procedure development.
• Implement AS9100 and uphold safety and housekeeping standards.
• Assist lab technicians and perform advanced testing and material analyses.

Skills

QA/QC

Lean Six Sigma

PPE use

DoD clearance

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry

Job description

PPG's Aerospace Business is looking for a passionate Quality Control/Assurance Chemist at our Los Angeles, CA location! In this role, you will play an important part in performing qualitative and quantitative analyses of in-process samples. Your expertise will help determine the conformance or non-conformance of materials, using your understanding of material formulation. This is an onsite position reporting directly to our Site Quality Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Help develop and maintain internal quality procedures and implement QA/Control plans as per customer and company requirements
• Examine and review customer quality and material specifications, ensuring alignment with their quality system requirements for revision and technical changes
• Ensure PFMEA documents are maintained, risks identified and action taken.
• Lead internal audits and root cause analysis.
• Manage Process Control Documents (PCD) and participate in an unbiased internal audit program to ensure compliance with quality procedures across all operations.
• Adhere to Health, Safety, and Environmental protocols while contributing to process enhancements to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Participate in certification and customer audits.
• Ensure test equipment is calibrated and in conformance with specifications
• Follow standard operating procedures of lab functions and equipment, and contribute to the development of new procedures
• Follow quality procedures and protocols, and help implement AS9100
• Ensure adherence to safety attitudes, procedures, and housekeeping in all work programs
• Assist technicians in the lab and perform more in-depth testing and material analysis

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related STEM field with aerospace sealant and coatings experience preferred
• 3 + years of experience in a chemistry related role performing laboratory analysis or education in lieu of experience
• Proficiency in continuous improvement methodologies, including Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles preferred
• Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and a full face respirator
• Must be a US Citizenship, able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance. Fully adjudicated favorable DoD Secret eligibility preferred. No dual citizenship.

Pay Transparency

The base salary range for this position is $82,500 to $90,800, with a possibility of an annual bonus up to 4.5% 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

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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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