Chemist, Product Development, Entry

As a Product Development Chemist is accountable for the development and technical support of new step-change technologies which are brought forward from the Automotive Innovation portfolio. You will lead independent projects or portions of a larger project, generate reliable data, and demonstrate the use of Sigma Logic (i.e. design of experiments) methodology. You will report to the Group Leader of Product Development.

Key Responsibilities

•             Formulation and testing of various automotive coatings (project dependent), providing innovative technical solutions to challenging problems, generating written/oral reports, and supporting development of formulation practices (DFMEA, design matrices, etc.) which will enable a faster path to market.

•             Demonstrate technical understanding of chemistries, products, and projects they support. Perform independently by planning and executing specific phases of a project, subject to direction of senior personnel.

•             Develop understanding of fundamental principles and root cause analysis. Use these principles to design experiments that problem solves. Find ways to proceed despite obstacles.

•             Actively and positively contribute in a team environment, effectively collaborate with team members inside and outside the project, and supports team engagement initiatives.

•             Demonstrate initiative and drive through accomplishing tasks. Follow through on mutually agreed upon ideas and goals. Accepts and uses feedback.

•             Follow all PPG safety protocols and encourages a broad safety culture in a laboratory work environment.

Qualifications

•             Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering required

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Medical, Dental, 401K, paid vacation and holidays.

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