Film Development Team Leader
Columbus, OH 
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Job Description

As theFilm Development Team Leader, you will be a vital member of the PPG Advanced Surface Technologies (AST) technical team working on-site at our facility in New Albany, Ohio. Reporting directly to the Global Technical Director, AST you will collaborate to expand our lab-scale capability for formulating, manufacturing, and testing films. You will utilize Sigma logic methodology for design of experiments and data analysis. Focusing on collaborating with teams in the USA and Germany to develop and implement a process for assessing films against established and developing customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, manufacture, and test new film formulations to meet customer requirements.

  • Lead a team of 6+ professionals dedicated to formulating, manufacturing, and testing experimental films.

  • Ideate, develop projects with a high degree of technical competence.

  • Plan, direct, and conduct experimental work to meet project goals and timelines.

  • Interact with global development labs, research teams, marketing teams, production teams, and customers to lead projects forward.

  • Provide support for customer and production-related issues.

  • Communicate and share knowledge within the team and with collaborators.

  • Maintain a detailed laboratory notebook and ensure a safe and clean work area is maintained.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field

  • 5+ years of industrial experience.

  • Previous supervisory experience leading a team of 6 or more.

  • Knowledge of film manufacturing equipment is advantageous.

  • Experience specifying new manufacturing and testing equipment is advantageous.

  • Familiarity with common coatings/film testing procedures.

  • Formulation development experience

  • Project management experience

Salary range based on experience. Base salary $112,000 - 137,000 plus annual bonus

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.

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.

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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.

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We partner with customers to create mutual value.
We are "One PPG" to the world.
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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, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

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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. Pay Transparency poster: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$112,000 - 137,000 plus annual bonus
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5+ years
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