Quality Control Technician- Runcorn

Key Responsibilities

• Inspection and testing of products, intermediates and solvents manufactured on the shop floor. This will include: viscosity tests (viscosity cup/viscometers), colour matching (using computer colour software but also visually by eye), adhesion testing, grind checks and spray outs.
• Operation of analytical equipment: FTIR, Karl Fischer, Autotitrator and Rheometer.
• Entering test data into the Quality Control Database and recording additions data etc.
• Determination of any additions which need to be made to adjust the formulations to within the set criteria specification, enabling the product to pass the quality control requirements.
• Depending on the product quality, approving or rejecting manufactured products based upon the above testing.
• Preparation of Pre-batch samples, sample panels and approval forms for product submissions to the Coil Coating companies.
• Preparation, labelling and filing of retained sample panels.
• Adhering to the health and safety guidelines as determined by the Health and Safety Manager and the findings of any subsequent risk assessments.
• Actively participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs.
• Carry out additional duties as may reasonably be required by any Manager.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a Laboratory environment (Ideally in a Quality Control Capacity).
• Digital literacy required including Outlook, Word, Excel etc.
• Comfortable working in a fast paced environment!
• An effective communicator who is confident using initiative!
• A standout colleague with attention to detail and good workload management skills.

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.

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.

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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 [email protected].

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