Film Development Chemist
Columbus, OH 
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Posted 27 days ago
Job Description

As aFilm Development Chemistfor the PPG Advanced Surface Technologies technical team, you will work directly onsite at our facility in New Albany, Ohio. As a member of our laboratory, you will play a crucial role in the development and commercialization of innovative products. Working under the guidance of the technical team, you will solve complex assignments, and provide creative technical solutions to challenging problems. Reporting directly to the Technical Manager of Films Americas you will plan experimental work to meet project goals and timelines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ideate, develop experiments with a high degree of technical competence.

  • Collaborate with refinish color labs, research, marketing, and production teams to lead projects forward.

  • Help formulate new colors to customer specifications.

  • Utilize Sigma logic methodology for designing experiments and data analysis.

  • Communicate and share knowledge within the team and with collaborators.

  • Manage concurrent projects and prioritize tasks in response to changing priorities and timelines.

  • Demonstrate a commitment to learning and improvement, both as an individual contributor and as a valuable team member.

  • Maintain a detailed laboratory notebook and ensure a safe, clean work area.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field

  • 2+ years of industrial experience

  • Team player, collaborative, and willing to give credit.

  • Knowledge of thermoplastic polyurethane chemistry and processing is desirable.

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 recruiting@ppg.com.

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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. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. Pay Transparency poster: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2+ years
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