Development Technician

Development Technician, Building Materials

As a Development Technician, Building Materials, you will be responsible for producing liquid paint samples by following formulation recipes and supporting application, testing, and evaluation processes. This role involves sample preparation, coating application, physical testing, and assisting with formulation and application studies under the direction of senior chemists. Additional responsibilities include maintaining lab standards, documenting work, and adhering to EHS practices.

• Produce liquid paint samples by following formulation recipes (typical sizes: ½ pint to 1 quart; occasional 5-gallon pails for trials)
• Apply and prepare coated wood, vinyl, or fiberglass samples following defined application processes
• Perform physical property testing (adhesion, abrasion resistance, stain/chemical resistance, scratch resistance, gloss retention, etc.)
• Conduct color matching on wood substrates using stains and/or opaque systems
• Plan and execute application and formulation DOE's as directed by senior chemists
• Maintain 5S standards, including cleaning spray booths, work areas, and equipment
• Follow EHS best practices and maintain required training
• Enter daily time in the Kronos system
• Document work in LIMS lab notebook upon project completion
• Dispose of waste in proper waste streams
• Support occasional travel for customer line trials and product validation

• High School Diploma required; scientific background preferred
• Two years of college-level math and science or equivalent experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency with MS Excel and MS Word desired
• Minimum 2 years of lab experience required; 3–5 years preferred
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to changing customer specifications

• Experience with liquid paint application
• Familiarity with coating testing or measurement devices
• Experience using power tools (chop saws, roll coaters, drill press, etc.)
• Strong problem-solving skills and logical thinking
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate laboratory equipment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow customer and internal testing specifications and methods

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.

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.

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.

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.