Product Development Chemist

PPG Packaging is looking for candidates for a Product Development Chemist position (PhD level) at our Research and Development Center in Milford, OH. You will support PPG in the development and commercialization of new coatings products, including advancing both current and next-generation coatings technologies for PPG's Food and Beverage Packaging business segment.

PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay. Key Responsibilities Address complex challenges by applying broad chemical expertise alongside appropriate experimental and theoretical research methodologies Plan, lead, and execute experimental work essential to achieving project goals and driving the development of products for market introduction Provide technical support for a commercialized product Communicate scientific and technological information to leadership and global partners Travel requirements: Qualifications A Ph.D. in a relevant field such as Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science Demonstrated theoretical knowledge across core areas of chemistry, including inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary integration to solve complex scientific challenges Solid skills in researching scientific literature, analyzing experimental data, and drawing meaningful conclusions to support research goals and progress Experience managing important aspects of multiple projects, including guidance of team members and oversight of job-specific responsibilities We consider proven experience in reaction and chemical process optimization, along with method development, a strong asset. #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 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. 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 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 [email protected]. 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 fact