Coatings Application Specialist

Coatings Application Specialist - 2nd Shift Are you someone with paint applications experience who is looking for a career and more than "another job"? If you have a passion for coatings and are ready to level up your experience in a real way, than we have a role for you as a Coatings Application Specialist - 2nd Shift with us here at PPG. As the Applications Specialist position you will be part of the Automotive Parts and Accessories organization, reporting to the Applications Supervisor of that group. You will contribute to productivity of APAD Technical and Quality Control Spray Rooms through preventative maintenance, applicator and machine repair, and development of new processes and equipment. You will also work with lab associates, maintenance mechanics, and plant production personnel. Individual contributor for your projects or task with guidance from the Applications Supervisor. Listen and communicate within the work team, providing concise documentation of daily work, and able to work independent to accomplish tasks. Second Shift typically is worked from 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm. This is an on-site role at our Oak Creek, WI facility and will report to the Applications Supervisor. Responsibilities: Follow all PPG safety protocols and encourage a broad safety culture in a laboratory work environment. Work in small team environments to accomplish goals. Work with hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair, modify, or fabricate spray equipment. Understand the functionality and have the capability to repair hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. (Air and fluid lines, pumps, regulators, and valves) Proficient with using a computer and basic understanding of Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook. Prepare equipment for lab technicians and run spray equipment for testing and troubleshooting purposes. Develop and implement processes to improve safety, ergonomics, and workflow in spray rooms. Provide coverage for the spray rooms to minimize downtime. Positively contribute in a team environment, collaborates with team members, and supports team engagement initiatives. Maintain an accurate, neat notebook. Document all observations and training, including unusual results. Communicate results and observations to direct supervisor. Accepts and uses feedback. Qualifications: High School Diploma required. A background in spray equipment and general maintenance is highly preferred. Paint shop experience or a technical college degree would be beneficial as well as a bachelor's or higher STEM degree preferred. 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 . 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. 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. Benefits like competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, tangible opportunities for professional development / career advancement, healthcare, retirement plans, and dental/vision insurance, will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.