As a QC Lab Technician, Entry Level, working onsite in Grand Haven, MI. In this role, you will validate finished good properties of wet samples that come into QC and prepare those samples for spray testing. You are responsible for property testing that is reported to the customer and is important for accurate performance of the coating.
Entry Level candidates are encouraged to apply who meet the basic requirements!
Training is provided!
PPG offers Excellent Benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability; 401k; 3 Weeks of Paid Vacation, continuing education, and additional perks. PPG promotes from within, we offer excellent career opportunities and yearly salary merit increases as well as Annual Bonuses!
Responsibilities:
- Take samples of products and perform wet property testing; i.e. viscosity, pH and resistivity and similar testing.
- Reduction of batch samples for spray-outs
- Hand spray panels for defect analysis
- Low level analytical testing of intermediates
- Data Collection, Reporting, and Analysis
- Communicate timely with other team members, stakeholders, and leadership
- Troubleshoot and resolve problems.
- Conduct yourself in all manner with safety in mind, follow safety protocols, where needed wear appropriate PPE, and report any safety issues immediately.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Previous Quality Control experience is preferred.
- Experience with paint/coating testing is preferred.
- Basic chemistry course, good math skills, be detail oriented.
- Use basic measuring tools such as used in a lab such as: Micrometers, calipers, pipette, dippers, tubes, or other apparatus.
- Good computer skills to record information in the documentation and Excel.
- Must be able to work 3rd shift: M,T,W,Th 8pm-630am with OT on Fridays as needed/when available.
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.
