S&T Product Development – Lab Chemist

As a Lab Chemist, part of the R&D and Product Development team, you will use lab tools to develop, industrialize and support manufacturing activities for our Collision, Commercial Transportation and Light Industrial Coating products range required to meet customer needs. 

Responsibilities: 

• Develop advanced materials and formulations for industrial and commercial use. 
• Design and execute laboratory experiments to test the performances of coating materials. 
• Connect with suppliers and stay updated on their newest market innovations 
• Analyze and interpret experimental results acquired. 
• Maintain and communicate results through written and verbal reports. 
• Cooperate with different functions within all PPG divisions and external parties (i.e. Marketing, other areas of R&D, Suppliers/Customers). 
• Apply intensive and diverse knowledge of principles and practices in areas of assignment and related fields. 
• Ensure compliance with regional EU and national quality standards and safety norms. 
• Support the countries’ sales force in developing valuable products in a timely manner and providing customized paint system information/test results. 

Qualifications: 

• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical engineering or equivalent. Ph.D. as a nice-to-have 
• Experience in the painting/coating R&D activities or similar products/industries 
• Knowledge of industrial lab materials 
• Able to work optimally with all levels of sales, marketing, management, customers. 
• Ability to effectively prioritize and balance multiple activities 
• Good knowledge of English, both written and spoken 
• Good computer skills (e.g. Microsoft suite) 

Benefits/Contract: 

• Permanent contract 
• Company canteen 
• Health insurance 
• Pension fund 

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.

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.

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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.

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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 [email protected].

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

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