What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Coatings Formulation Chemist position at PPG?
Harmar, PA
As a Lead Coatings Formulation Chemist in our Protective and Marine Coatings division, you will play a crucial role in advancing our high-temperature coatings, zinc-rich primers, and passive fire protection technologies.
We are looking for an experienced chemist to join this small but dedicated team, bringing innovative solutions and leadership to our projects. In this role, you will be at the forefront of developing and commercializing cutting-edge coatings that meet rigorous industry standards. Your expertise will be vital in managing the localization of coatings developed in China and Europe for the US and Canadian market, ensuring seamless global communication and collaboration with other functions such as manufacturing, procurement and supply chain. You will become an authority on passive fire protection coatings while also contributing to high-temperature and zinc-rich coatings development.
You will work on-site at our Harmar, PA facility and report to the S&T Product Development Manager.
Responsibilities
Here at PPG, we make it happen, and we are looking for candidates of the highest integrity and professional candor 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 X.
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.
PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.
Benefits like health / vision / dental insurance, retirement plans, Family Leave, Life and Disability Insurance are 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.
As a Lead Coatings Formulation Chemist in our Protective and Marine Coatings division, you will play a crucial role in advancing our high-temperature coatings, zinc-rich primers, and passive fire protection technologies.
We are looking for an experienced chemist to join this small but dedicated team, bringing innovative solutions and leadership to our projects. In this role, you will be at the forefront of developing and commercializing cutting-edge coatings that meet rigorous industry standards. Your expertise will be vital in managing the localization of coatings developed in China and Europe for the US and Canadian market, ensuring seamless global communication and collaboration with other functions such as manufacturing, procurement and supply chain. You will become an authority on passive fire protection coatings while also contributing to high-temperature and zinc-rich coatings development.
You will work on-site at our Harmar, PA facility and report to the S&T Product Development Manager.
Responsibilities
- Learn and master passive fire protection coatings including formulation, testing, and certification requirements.
- Manage localization efforts in the US, coordinating with global teams, including manufacturing, procurement and supply chain functions.
- Become versed in passive fire protection, high-temperature and zinc-rich coatings\.
- Lead product development from ideation through commercialization, focusing on both new product development and technology transfer from other regional labs.
- Interact with third-party testing facilities, coordinate, and witness testing to meet obligations.
- Conduct laboratory testing per ASTM and ISO standards.
- Mentor other chemists, fostering a collaborative team environment without direct reports.
- Maintain rigorous safety standards.
- Engage in intellectual property activities, including development, review, and staying abreast of competitive landscapes.
- Develop, utilize, and help promote skills in statistical analysis, design of experiments, and supporting software such as JMP for structured coating formulation development.
- Ph.D. or Master's in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent, with at least 3 years of postgraduate working experience.
- Bachelor's degree candidates with 10 or more years of relevant experience may also be considered.
- **Must have relevant Passive Fire Protection (PFP) experience**
- Formulation experience in paints, coatings, or chemicals.
- Experience with silicones, epoxies, polyurethanes, acrylics, and other similar chemistries is a plus.
- Experience in statistical analysis or design of experiments is a plus (Six Sigma, Sigma Logic, etc.).
- Willingness to travel up to 15%.
- ASTM and ISO testing experience is preferred.
Here at PPG, we make it happen, and we are looking for candidates of the highest integrity and professional candor 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 X.
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.
PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.
Benefits like health / vision / dental insurance, retirement plans, Family Leave, Life and Disability Insurance are 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.