PPG · 3 weeks ago
Research Manager
Monroeville, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expPPG is a company dedicated to innovation and sustainability in various markets. The Senior Research Manager will lead a team focused on process development and technical projects, utilizing their expertise to solve complex problems and drive project success.
Chemicals
Responsibilities
Manage process improvement/technical projects of high complexity and scope
Innovate solutions to complex problems using professional expertise, modern tools and industry knowledge
Evaluate and interpret experimental data, providing actionable insights and recommendations
Lead the technical transfer of processes to production and support QA team with specification of raw materials and finished products
Provide technical support for raw material supply and collaborate with supply chain, procurements and suppliers
Present technical findings to stakeholders, including senior management
Mentor and develop your team members, fostering technical growth and collaboration
Build strategic partnerships within and outside the company to enhance project outcomes
Ensure strict adherence to EHS, quality, and safety protocols while promoting best practices
Qualification
Required
PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science or similar
10+ years' of experience
Deep knowledge of scientific principles, industry practices, and technical tools
Knowledge of process development techniques of chemical processes, analytical problem-solving experience, and scalability for production
Understanding of process transfer process from grams to multi kilo grams scale
Strong planning, organizational, and project management capabilities
Understanding of data analytics, AI, and data engineering principles for use in research
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
PTO
Parental leave
Disability
Life insurance
Continuing education
Excellent growth opportunities
Company
PPG
PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD® At PPG (NYSE:PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and specialty materials that our customers have trusted for more than 140 years.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tim Knavish
Chairman and CEO
David Bem
CTO, VP Science and Technology
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