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PPG · 17 hours ago

General Finishes Liquid Technician

Oak Creek, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

PPG is a company dedicated to protecting and beautifying the world through innovation and sustainability. They are seeking a General Finishes Lab Technician to support engineering and scientific activities in their Oak Creek, WI facility, working independently or with a team to conduct experiments and document results.

Chemicals

Responsibilities

Follow all PPG EH&S and safety guidelines

Preparation and application of liquid coating products and testing of these coatings against different specifications and customer requirements

Independently plan tasks following a discussion of goals and procedures with the supervisor

Observe unusual results and suggest possible root causes

Make smooth transitions between projects or situations

Build on past experiences to improve efficiency

Seek additional assignments

Solve problems in own area

Make/contribute to internal presentations

Learn, understand, support, and conform to company processes, along with Adherence to company policy

Qualification

Lab experienceCoating laboratory experienceColor matchingMath skillsComputer skillsMechanically inclinedHigh school chemistry

Required

2+ years of lab experience required

High School diploma or GED

Mechanically inclined, comfortable with hands-on benchwork, and working with complex equipment

Previous work in a coating's laboratory environment

Color matching experience

Read and interpret complex customer specifications

Computer skills including Word and Excel are required

Preferred

Strong math skills and high school chemistry is preferred

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits

Matching 401k + retirement savings

Paid Vacation

Holiday pay

Company

PPG

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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.

Founded in 1883

Pittsburgh, PA, US

10001+ employees