Aerospace Materials Lab Technician – 3rd Shift

PPG Industries

1d•$51,700 - $56,000•Onsite

About The Position

PPG's Aerospace Business is looking for an Entry Level Coatings Lab Technician at our Manufacturing Facility based in Mojave, CA! As an Aerospace Materials Lab Technician you will work to ensure that products manufactured at this facility meet all customer requirements. Experience in an identical role isn't required but we hope you have some basic experience working in a lab environment and understanding of Analytical processes and testing. Every batch of product we produce requires someone like you to do testing. If you are passionate about delivering quality laboratory products, then we want to talk to you! You will be working out of our facility in Mojave, CA on 3rd shift (Monday - Friday, ) and report to the Quality Lab Supervisor. PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire. #LI-Onsite 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. 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 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. 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.

Nice To Haves

Related technical certifications with coatings and sealants preferred.
Previous experience working in an aerospace laboratory environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform basic mathematical equations.
Conduct Analytical testing on our Raw Materials, Coatings, and Sealants products.
Ensure all Lab equipment is working and calibrated.
Help achieve team goals by communicating ideas, suggestions, and assistance, e.g., communicating ways to save time, effort, and resources.
Be or become familiar with SOPs and ASTMs on everyday chemicals and testing procedures.
Participate in all safety protocols and 5S programs and help to maintain the laboratory equipment and inventories.
Keep a clean work environment, to include the execution of routine upkeep activities to support the entire lab.
Inspect, test, and perform evaluations on products.
Identify issues that need to be addressed and to take the necessary steps to avoid future errors.
Proficiency in using ERP System (QAD preferred) and standard office software applications.