Product Development Chemist

PPG•Oak Creek, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Product Development Chemist, you will work primarily in the laboratory as a member of the Industrial Liquid Customer Development Team. You will support Industrial Coatings development of new coatings. Activities include coatings formulation, spray application and physical and chemical property testing of a range of different coating chemistries, customer segments and application methods. You will contribute to experimental design and planning with responsibility for conducting formulation experiments and communicating results to technical leadership, sales and customers. You will be located onsite in Oak Creek, WI and report to the S&T Customer Development Expert. PPG offers excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits; matching 401k and retirement benefits; and paid holidays and vacation. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
Proficient with design of experiment and statistical analysis
3 years coating experience desired or related experience
Strong problem solving skills
Good verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of coating application techniques a plus

Responsibilities

Safety first attitude for every task assigned
Follow experimental procedures and generate reliable data in a timely manner
Provide independent thoughts, contributes (or lead) design of experiments
Performs project tasks with limited direction supervision from a senior chemist
Demonstrates use of scientific method for experimentation, observations
Proactively provide recommendations that advances project goals
Ability to clearly communicate technical results, both orally and written.
Build and maintain productive business relationships with suppliers, marketing/ sales, customers and within the broader PPG Technical community.
Adheres to corporate policies and government regulations by compliance with established standards on business conduct, environmental issues, EEO.