{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"4c2b33a868aa9b76a8db11d3","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4c2b33a868aa9b76a8db11d3","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4c2b33a868aa9b76a8db11d3","title":"Development Chemist, Entry Level","description":"As a Product Development Chemist, you will help develop new products and technologies in the area of Substrate Protection technologies across multiple business segments at PPG’s Coatings Innovation Center located in Pittsburgh, PA.\nThe core job responsibility for the product development chemist will be to help implement projects in the Substrate Protection segment by conducting hands-on experimental work related to the formulation optimization, product processing, and testing of new technologies. The chemist will interpret experimental results and contribute to and design your own experiments. It will be essential to maintain results with the project team through written and verbal summaries promptly. Finally, you will work safely in the lab, with strict adherence to all safety processes.\nPPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay.\nKey Responsibilities\nDesire to be hands-on in the lab and engaged in driving innovation.\nObservation of experimental details and external factors.\nConduct laboratory activities supporting coating formulation, application, processing, and testing.\nParticipate in project meetings and plan for project execution.\nCommunicate results with clear reporting, develop corrective procedures, validate and distribute other technical information (in charts, tables, and reports) to technical and management.\nMaintain a safe, organized laboratory in compliance with all established PPG R&D policies\nQualifications\nBS in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Coatings Science, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related technical field\n1+ years of industrial R&D experience\nPrevious experience in coating application, coating formulation, and troubleshooting\nPPG 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.\n\nOur 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.\n\nAbout us:\n\nHere 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\nPPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™\nThrough 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\nThe PPG Way\nEvery single day at PPG:\nWe partner with customers to create mutual value.\nWe are “One PPG” to the world.\nWe trust our people every day, in every way.\nWe make it happen.\nWe run it like we own it.\nWe do better today than yesterday – everyday.\n\nPPG 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\nPPG 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.\nBenefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.","company":"PPG","rawCompany":"ppg","city":"Hampton","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T20:39:53.228Z","occupations":[{"code":"19-2031.00","title":"Chemists","slug":"chemists"},{"code":"19-4031.00","title":"Chemical Technicians","slug":"chemical-technicians"},{"code":"19-2032.00","title":"Materials Scientists","slug":"materials-scientists"}],"industries":[{"code":"325510","title":"Paint and Coating Manufacturing","slug":"paint-and-coating-manufacturing"},{"code":"325998","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-chemical-product-and-preparation-manufacturing"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Development Chemist, Entry Level","description":"As a Product Development Chemist, you will help develop new products and technologies in the area of Substrate Protection technologies across multiple business segments at PPG’s Coatings Innovation Center located in Pittsburgh, PA.\nThe core job responsibility for the product development chemist will be to help implement projects in the Substrate Protection segment by conducting hands-on experimental work related to the formulation optimization, product processing, and testing of new technologies. The chemist will interpret experimental results and contribute to and design your own experiments. It will be essential to maintain results with the project team through written and verbal summaries promptly. Finally, you will work safely in the lab, with strict adherence to all safety processes.\nPPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay.\nKey Responsibilities\nDesire to be hands-on in the lab and engaged in driving innovation.\nObservation of experimental details and external factors.\nConduct laboratory activities supporting coating formulation, application, processing, and testing.\nParticipate in project meetings and plan for project execution.\nCommunicate results with clear reporting, develop corrective procedures, validate and distribute other technical information (in charts, tables, and reports) to technical and management.\nMaintain a safe, organized laboratory in compliance with all established PPG R&D policies\nQualifications\nBS in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Coatings Science, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related technical field\n1+ years of industrial R&D experience\nPrevious experience in coating application, coating formulation, and troubleshooting\nPPG 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.\n\nOur 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.\n\nAbout us:\n\nHere 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\nPPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™\nThrough 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\nThe PPG Way\nEvery single day at PPG:\nWe partner with customers to create mutual value.\nWe are “One PPG” to the world.\nWe trust our people every day, in every way.\nWe make it happen.\nWe run it like we own it.\nWe do better today than yesterday – everyday.\n\nPPG 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. 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