S&T Product Development Chemist

As a Chemist, you will be responsible for developing advanced materials and formulations for industrial and commercial use in the Collision, Commercial Transportation, and Light Industrial Coating products range. You will conduct laboratory experiments, analyze and interpret results, and communicate findings through written and verbal reports. Collaboration with colleagues, suppliers, and customers is essential. Compliance with regional EU and national quality standards and safety norms, support for different functions, and building relationships with raw material suppliers are also key aspects of this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work on the development of advanced materials and formulations for industrial and commercial use.
• Design and execute laboratory experiments to test the performance of coating materials.
• Analyze and interpret experimental results.
• Build and share knowledge about coatings.
• Maintain and communicate results through written and verbal reports.
• Ensure compliance with regional EU and national quality standards and safety norms.
• Independently make decisions on problems and methodology issues and secure necessary resources.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with raw material suppliers, staying updated on their latest market innovations to acquire information for product development and maintenance.
• Work with suppliers and customers to improve final product performance when necessary.
• Cooperate with colleagues and functions within the company and external parties.
• Support the countries/regions sales force in developing valuable products and providing customized paint system information/test results.

Qualifications:

• High secondary school or University Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Proactive approach.
• Proven experience in R&D Lab.
• Able to work optimally with all levels of sales, marketing, management, and customers.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and balance multiple activities.
• Moderate proficiency in both written and spoken English.
• Good computer skills (familiarity with Microsoft and other software).

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.

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 Twitter.

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.

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

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