Quality Laboratory Technician

As a Lab Technician you will support and perform multiple Manufacturing activities that contribute to specific technologies, or other business support objectives at the Little Rock, AR Plant for Protective and Marine Coatings. You will report to the Quality Assurance Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow established procedures and guidelines to perform routine laboratory procedures to test the quality of the organization's raw materials, in- process products, and finished products.
• Perform quantitative and qualitative chemical or biological analysis to verify process conditions and compile research data. Evaluate the physical characteristics of raw materials and products such as permeability, disintegration, and crystal growth viscosity.
• Record results, perform calculations, and prepare simple technical reports, including conclusions and recommendations.
• Follow instructions and checklists to set-up equipment and apparatus and mix chemical solutions for use in tests.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on laboratory equipment to ensure it is in good working order.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school education or equivalent
• 1-3 years lab experience
• Good record keeping
• Must comply with all safety and EH&S procedures
• Willingness to work in a team.

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

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday - everyday.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

The PPG Way

Every single day at PPG:

We partner with customers to create mutual value.

We are "One PPG" to the world.

We trust our people every day, in every way.

We make it happen.

We run it like we own it.

We do better today than yesterday - everyday.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

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Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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.