OEM Project Manager Chemist

Cleveland, OH

Are you a Chemist with exceptional project management skills and Japanese language skills?  Look no further than this position! We have an exciting, challenging, and unique opportunity for you to use all of your skills and expertise to deliver next level results to our customers as part of the PPG Inc., PKAF Color team.

As the OEM Project Manager Chemist, you will be responsible to lead continuous improvement of product and process for Auto OEM customers. This person may have to oversee the work of others without direct authority.

This is an Onsite role at our Clevland, OH facility and will report directly to the Technical Manager, Americas Auto OEM

Responsibilities:

Working with global PPG Kansai Automotive Finishes (PKAF) teamsUtilizing project management skills to independently plan and direct all aspects of their project areas including product/process transfer and complexity reduction.Initiating and fostering scientific exchange with internal and external technical associates.Application of root cause analysis and BPI tools to lead resolution of technical, manufacturing, and field issues.Leading formula optimization and raw material initiative projectsWorking closely with cross-functional/regional technical, operation, business, service teams and internal/external customers.Ability to ideate, develop and execute projects using a high degree of technical competence.Seeking Kaizen projects and concisely describes action plans to appropriate parties. Managing resources and timeline of projectsImpacting technical direction on projects supporting various customers.Demonstrating ability to lead more than one technology area. Communicates at all levels, motivates peers and associates in cooperative efforts.Earning support of associates in a variety of situations and environments and driving positive change through a culture of innovation.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Science Degree in Chemistry or related Engineering or Science field with 3 or more years of industry experience required.Previous project management experience required.Experience using the following: Oracle, RMIR/MOC, LFA, INDX/NPD/OPLA/RMT, Teams/SharePoint preferred.Japanese language skills are required.Ability to travel up to 20% required.

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About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we are looking for candidates of the highest integrity and professional candor 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.

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 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.

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 like healthcare, retirement plans, and dental/vision insurance, will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

We offer Health Insurance, Family Leave, Life and Disability Insurance

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.
 

\nAbout us:

\n \n 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.
\n
\n PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™
\n \n 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.
\n
\n The PPG Way
\n Every single day at PPG:
\n We partner with customers to create mutual value.
\n We are “One PPG” to the world.
\n We trust our people every day, in every way.
\n We make it happen.
\n We run it like we own it.
\n We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

\n \n 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. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

\n \n 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.
\n \n Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.