Coatings Lab Technician - 3rd Shift
About The Position
PPG's Aerospace Business is hiring an entry-level Coatings Lab Technician for its manufacturing facility in Mojave, California. The technician performs testing to help ensure products made at the facility meet customer requirements. The role involves analytical testing of raw materials, coatings, and sealants, as well as inspecting, testing, and evaluating products. Prior experience in an identical role is not required, though basic laboratory experience and an understanding of analytical processes and testing are desired. The position works 3rd shift, from 9:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m., and reports to the Quality Lab Supervisor.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic experience working in a laboratory environment and understanding of analytical processes and testing are desired.
- Eligibility to apply is limited to U.S. citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees.
Nice To Haves
- Related technical certifications in coatings and sealants.
- Previous experience working in an aerospace laboratory environment.
- Experience with QAD ERP system.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic mathematical equations.
- Conduct analytical testing on raw materials, coatings, and sealants products.
- Ensure laboratory equipment is functioning and calibrated.
- Communicate ideas, suggestions, and assistance to help achieve team goals, including ideas to save time, effort, and resources.
- Become familiar with SOPs and ASTM standards for everyday chemicals and testing procedures.
- Participate in safety protocols and 5S programs, and help maintain laboratory equipment and inventories.
- Keep the work environment clean and perform routine upkeep activities to support the laboratory.
- Inspect, test, and evaluate products.
- Identify issues and take necessary steps to prevent future errors.
- Use an ERP system and standard office software applications.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Disability and leave benefits
- Other voluntary benefit offerings
- Possibility of an annual bonus up to 2.5% of base salary
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
