Powder Application Specialist

PPG IndustriesStrongsville

As a Powder Application Specialist you will be responsible for working as a part of the Powder Applications team as a part of the Powder Regional Technical organization. The Powder Application Specialist will be focused on the application support that will be used to drive growth of PPG’s Powder business across all segments. You will work closely with the formulation team to determine application windows for both the development of new products and the testing and validation of existing products being tested for new uses. This individual will be required to support application trials and product launches by working with the Commercial and Business Development Teams to ensure success at the customer.

Key Responsibilities

Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work closely with Chemists and Technicians from the Technical Team along with working closely with Commercial TeamAbility to solve problems creatively and innovativelyAbility to complete projects according to outlined scope within the established timeline25% travel to customer lines for trials and launches75% in Application Lab running lab projects and application trials for a wide variety of products for powder marketsWork with the PPG Coating Services Team to help develop application solutions new customers looking to establish new low cure powder application lines.Lead formal and informal training sessions for PPG technical service reps and customers in the application of powderUnderstands how to take field observations into the Lab, work hand in hand with the field/customers in development of experimental design testing & analysis.Willingly puts in extra time and effort, seeks, listens, and acts on the input of people at all levels.

Qualifications

B.S. in chemistry, engineering, or equivalent scientific degree preferred5+ years of direct experience in powder coating applicationStrong interpersonal skills and extremely resourcefulSkilled ability to solve problems and identify root cause(s) using business process improvement tools

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, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

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.

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

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.
 

\nAbout us:

\n \n 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.
\n
\n PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™
\n \n 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.
\n
\n The PPG Way
\n Every single day at PPG:
\n We partner with customers to create mutual value.
\n We are “One PPG” to the world.
\n We trust our people every day, in every way.
\n We make it happen.
\n We run it like we own it.
\n We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

\n \n 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.

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