Color Technologist, Entry Level

PPG Industries•Oak Creek, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Automotive Parts and Accessories organization with PPG has an excellent opportunity to join its team. The Color Technologist will prepare color samples for evaluation and formulation in support of the Auto Tiers team. Primary duties include mixing wet paint, spraying paint samples, testing and adjusting color samples, and learning the methodology and art of color formulation. PPG is the world’s leading coatings company, serving more industries than any of its competitors. From automobiles and jetliners to wind turbine blades, and from ocean-going vessels and water tanks to family homes, PPG's coatings and specialty materials help customers protect, enhance and beautify valued assets. As part of the team, you’ll have access to world-class customers, industry experts, the best and brightest colleagues, and leading-edge technology.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Science or related field and/or equivalent combination of education and/or experience in a related field.
1+ years of color experience.
Must pass a color-blindness test.

Responsibilities

Adhere to all PPG safety protocols and encourage a broad safety culture in a laboratory work environment.
Perform formulations of new colors in different topcoat product lines, applying knowledge of chemistry, calculations and color science to develop or modify products.
Set up and operate electronic, mechanical or hand-operated laboratory equipment in order to use knowledge of coatings techniques.
Maintain an accurate electronic notebook.
Investigate, duplicate and validate successful procedures, documenting all observations, including unusual results, and communicate results and observations to the direct supervisor, as required.
Mix wet paint.
Spray paint samples.
Test and adjust color samples.
Learn the methodology and art of color formulation.