Production Operator - JR2415291  

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Immediately Hiring!

Production Operator- Monroeville, PA

Pay: $47,150.00 Annual, $22.60 hourly. Depending on skill(s) and experience higher rate of pay may be considered.

Rotating Shift: Work Schedule: 1st shift, Mon-Fri. (6:00 am - 2:00 pm) and 2nd shift, Mon-Thur. (2:00 pm - 12:00 am) Shift differential for 2nd shift. Shift Rotates every week.

As a Production Operator at PPG's Monroeville Research & Development, you will be a crucial part of our Specialty Synthesis Group (SSG) operations responsible for process development and manufacturing of photochromic dyes, OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) materials and optical coatings, ensuring that a quality product is available to our customers when they need them. Your work will directly affect people's lives!

Key Responsibilities  * Multi-step organic reactions in a plant environment (50 L to 400 L scale).  * Running reactions/purifications according to batch sheet.  * Modify batch sheets and other procedures as needed.  * Collaborate effectively with variety of people with minimal supervision.  * The position involves blending, measuring, and producing raw materials to manufacture industrial coatings.  * You will work in a production environment with a high level of safety awareness and adhere to all appropriate safety procedures in place.

Qualifications  * Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a consistent basis throughout the day.  * High School diploma or equivalent.  * Production and scale experience in a similar plant or laboratory environment.  * Chemical and manufacturing experience preferred.  * Exposure to some inorganic and organic college chemistry lab experience preferred.  * Mechanical aptitude and high level of safety awareness.  * Attention to detail and documentation skills and excellent organizational and communication skills.  * Strong problem solving, initiative, and knowledge of PC applications.  * Interpersonal skills, interact with all levels of organization, and able to work in a team environment.  * Ability to work overtime as needed.

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.