Lab Technician

PPG•Grand Prairie, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Join PPG and help lead the next generation of coatings innovation. As a global industry leader, PPG delivers advanced coating solutions that set the standard for performance, quality, and sustainability. Our success is powered by talented people who thrive in a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth. We are hiring a Lab Technician in our Dallas, TX office. You will work on the formulating and testing of commercial or under-development aerospace sealants and adhesives products against several customer specifications in a diverse team setting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1+ years of hands-on experience with wet chemistry.
Experience of polymer, coatings, sealants, and adhesives.
Must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with laboratory or production equipment
Experience with Standard Operating Procedure development, process improvement, training, or workflow coordination
Commitment to safety and integrity
Work collaboratively in a team environment
Focus on continuous improvement and delivering high-quality results

Responsibilities

Provide complex to complex technical laboratory support for product development and research activities.
Develop a deep understanding of product specifications, testing requirements, and laboratory test methods to ensure accurate execution of assigned work.
Perform formulation, sample preparation, and testing activities in strict accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety guidelines, and quality standards.
Create reliable, accurate, and reproducible data while maintaining detailed, organized, and compliant laboratory records and notebooks.
Prepare clear and comprehensive documentation of test results, observations, and technical findings to support project goals and facilitate informed decision-making.
Present technical results and project updates through written reports and oral presentations to team members and partners.
Collaborate with laboratory colleagues, teams, and supported departments to ensure project success and resolution of issues.
Provide technical support by identifying, researching, troubleshooting, and resolving routine laboratory and product-related issues of low to moderate complexity.
Respond to technical inquiries through multiple communication channels, including email, phone, and internal support systems.
Document and track technical issues, test results, and corrective actions using applicable systems, databases, and tools.
Coordinate with other teams and departments to resolve technical concerns and support continuous improvement plans.
Help with laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, inventory management, and compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Support user access and system-related activities, including routine account maintenance and password resets.