Job Description
PPG Industries, Inc. seeks a QC CIT Analyst in Cleveland, OH responsible for leading quality assurance and control activities to support the development of chemical coatings products.
Specific duties include:
(i) investigating and analyzing abnormal batches and remakes of chemical coatings products, including producing one-shot lab batches and identifying high probable failures with specific RM lots through quality control chemical tests; (ii) establishing metrics (both internal and external) for chemical coatings products for data analyses of batch investigations and tests; (iii) performing statistical and chemical analyses regarding the quality of the products; and (iv) providing cross-functional support for quality control during product development, including verification check-mixes (during chemical production support) and training QC chemist technicians. Must have a bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Biochemistry or Chemistry plus two (2) years of experience in a related position. Experience must include two (2) years with each of the following: (i) preparing and applying liquid coating products utilizing spectrophotometers, including Xrite MA68, Xrite MA98, BYKMAC1, and MacBeth coloreye for color measurements; (ii) product development and quality control by performing paint sample tests, operating lab equipment, and troubleshooting issues; (iii) maintaining laboratory instruments; and (iv) preparing tests solutions and compounds pre reagents to conduct tests. Must have any experience with or knowledge of: (i) panel testing techniques, including Tukon hardness, Pencil hardness, Cross Hatch Adhesion, Pop & Sag evaluation, destructive testing, impact testing, and crater testing; (ii) GMP/GLP requirements, safety requirements, test methods, and SOPs; (iii) QC tool data lookup or similar; (iv) continuous improvement techniques including formula optimization process and problem solving process; and (v) continuous improvement events including Kaizen workshops. Experience can be concurrent. Apply online at www.careers.ppg.com. The salary for this position is $62,899 per year. 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. PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday. PPG is the world's leading coatings company, serving more industries than any of our competitors. From automobiles and jetliners to wind turbine blades, and from ocean-going vessels and water tanks to family homes, our coatings and specialty materials help our customers protect, enhance and beautify valued assets. As part of our team, you'll have access to world-class customers, industry experts, the best and brightest colleagues, and leading-edge technology.
