Development Technician

As a Laboratory Technician onsite at the PPG Springdale R&D center (Pittsburgh) – Substrate Protection Analytical Laboratory, you will support and conduct physical and analytical testing for PPG Tiers and Industrial customers. As part of this role, you will perform equipment calibrations and log results into specific software to distribute internally within PPG and externally to customers.

You will report to the Automotive Tiers Customer Development Team Leader. PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay.

Core Hours: M-F between 7 and 4:30pm

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily testing, calibration and analysis and interact daily with Customer Support Chemists interpreting results
• Maintain a safe working environment, wear all required PPE, and follow lab safety protocols.
• Perform physical and analytical test procedures relevant to online electrodeposition control parameters
• Execute testing and reporting according to mutually agreed upon timelines and goals.
• Perform daily lab maintenance activities and cleanups.
• Maintain documentation and standards required for ISO 17025 certification.
  
  

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 1 years of Lab experience
• Associates degree in a scientific discipline or previous experience running analytical instrumentation is preferred
  
  

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.