Entry Level Dye Technical Assistant

PPG's Specialty Coatings and Materials business is committed to product development, technology leadership, and materials across multiple applications and industries. Solving complex problems with unique solutions has been a legacy of PPG, and improving the performance and value of our customers' products continues to guide our innovation.

We are looking for an Entry Level Dye Technical Assistant. You will support process development, pilot-scale manufacturing, and commercialization activities. You will safely complete experiments, operating process equipment, documenting results, maintaining laboratory and kilo-lab assets, and supporting scale-up activities under the direction of senior staff.

You will sit in our Monroeville, PA location and will report to the Senior Research Manager.

Main Responsibilities

• Complete laboratory, and kilo-lab operations according to established procedures.
• Prepare raw materials, equipment, and documentation for development activities.
• Operate reactors, filtration systems, dryers, mixers, and supporting process equipment.
• Collect samples and submit for analytical testing.
• Maintain accurate batch records and laboratory notebooks.
• Support equipment cleaning, changeovers, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Follow SOPs, work instructions, safety procedures, and quality requirements.
• Participate in troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/General Education Development required; Associate Degree preferred.
• Less than 1 years+ of chemical manufacturing, laboratory, pilot plant, or related industrial experience.
• Safety awareness, equipment operation, documentation, and teamwork.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the workday/
• Organizational, documentation, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment.

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PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, Family leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.

About us: 

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 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

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, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. 

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

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