Photochromic Development Technician

PPG•Monroeville, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

PPG's SP Photochromic Dye Process Development team is looking for an experienced and motivated technician to support the scale-up of novel photochromic dyes in a kilo-lab environment. This position includes advanced technical responsibilities along with informal leadership expectations, supporting standardization, training, and daily coordination of lab activities. This role is designed to build capability for future leadership roles. The position is located in Monroeville, PA.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of hands-on laboratory or relevant manufacturing experience (e.g., chemical, pharmaceutical, food, or related industries)
Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with laboratory or production equipment
Experience with Standard Operating Procedure development, process improvement, training, or workflow coordination
Commitment to safety, integrity, and operational excellence
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Focus on continuous improvement and delivering high-quality results

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, or related field is preferential

Responsibilities

Safely scale up photochromic dye processes using kilo-lab equipment, ensuring quality, reproducibility, and adherence to procedures
Operate and maintain reactors and associated equipment; monitor processes and perform adjustments and troubleshooting
Prepare, measure, and handle raw materials according to established process instructions
Document process data, material usage, and observations in laboratory records and electronic systems
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment; follow PPE requirements and report hazards or near-misses
Identify routine process or equipment issues, apply standard solutions, and escalate with clear documentation
Support development, improvement, and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Contribute to continuous improvement plans focused on safety, efficiency, and product quality
Help with daily work planning and coordination of technician activities to ensure agreement on priorities
Provide technical support to team members and promote consistency across shifts
Communicate lab status, issues, and updates to management and partners
Collaborate with chemists, engineers, and other team members
Complete required training (or refresher training, as applicable) to achieve full proficiency in lab operations
Apply standardized methods while maintaining safety and quality practices
Develop into a subject matter expert in important processes and equipment
Support training of new technicians as a qualified trainer
Demonstrate new leadership by mentoring peers, promoting best practices, and supporting team agreement and accountability