Technician, Entry Level

PPG Industries (UK) Limited; Hampton Township (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Matching 401k

Paid vacation

Holiday pay

Job summary

PPG Industries (UK) Limited in Hampton Township is looking for a Technician to assist in the synthesis of polymers and materials for coatings. Responsibilities include conducting experiments, analyzing data, and ensuring a safe laboratory environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma in chemistry and at least 1 year of lab experience.

PPG offers excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with a matching 401k and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of laboratory experience required.
• Commitment to working safely with hazardous materials.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and organization in lab work.

Responsibilities

• Set up reaction equipment and handle chemical reactants safely.
• Perform analytical measurements and record experimental results.
• Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment.

Skills

Analytical measurement

Laboratory safety protocols

Chemical handling

Education

High school diploma with coursework in chemistry

Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical field

Job description

As a Technician, you will contribute to the synthesis of polymers and other materials used to create coatings. You'll conduct experiments, collect and analyze data, and maintain a clean, safe, and efficient laboratory environment. Working closely with a supervisory chemist, you'll receive detailed instructions for specific procedures but will take ownership of prioritizing your daily tasks, ensuring productivity, and upholding rigorous safety standards.

PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up reaction equipment and handle chemical reactants safely
• Perform analytical measurements and record detailed experimental results in a laboratory notebook
• Maintain a clean and safe laboratory, including proper waste disposal and equipment cleaning
• Order laboratory supplies and manage inventory as needed
• Follow strict safety protocols, including the daily use of personal protective equipment and occasional respirator use
• Collaborate with a supervisory chemist while independently organizing and prioritizing your workload

Qualifications

• High school diploma with coursework in chemistry required; bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical field
• 1+ years of laboratory experience
• Commitment to working safely with hazardous materials and maintaining accuracy and organization

A PPG offers equality of opportunities to all candidates and collaborators. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or other protected status.

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