Production Technician

PPG Industries Inc. - Grand Haven, Michigan

PPG: We protect and beautify the world.
At PPG, we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and materials that our customers have trusted for more than 130 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 70 countries. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.
 
Why join us:
 
Starting rate of $16.50/hr., plus .30 cent per hour shift differential for 2nd or 3rd shifts. Progression to $19.00/hr. within 2 years.
 
With PPG, you will find meaning in your work every day, and engage in opportunities that will shape you, personally and professionally.
  • Your personal strengths will empower you to succeed and make an impact from day one.
  • You will be inspired to learn and grow, and to get the support you need to identify and achieve your boldest career aspirations.
  • Your passion to excel will be fueled by your connection to world-class partners, industry experts, the best and brightest colleagues, and future forward technologies.
  • Your contributions will not only meet the challenges of our global customers, but help theme propel their industries forward.
  • You will be welcomed into a culture where everyone’s ideas and contributions are valued and encouraged.
Just like you, we are driven to make a difference in our world.
 
Key Responsibilities:
 
As a Production Technician for PPG Industries, your career can have tremendous potential. The world's leading coatings and specialty products company, our facilities are some of the most productive and efficient in our industry. Our Industrial Coatings production hub is a dynamic operation where collaboration and innovation are key, and it makes for a fast-paced, high-energy work environment where you will be continually challenged and encouraged to grow.
 
Our Production team physically manufactures our high-quality powder coatings, from weighing out raw material components to managing the final extrusion process. Every step of the way, our Production Technicians collect and examine data on the finished products to ensure their quality. As a part of this team, you’ll also take ownership of the many steps required in delivering our best product to the customer every time. You’ll package and label finished product; disassemble, clean and maintain our equipment; and take part in our quality processes. Not only will your work directly contribute to our success, but will also help you gain the skills you need to grow into other positions and career paths within our company, including leadership roles. 
 
Minimum Requirements:
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment using variety of industrial production related equipment preferred  
  • Good math skills and mechanical ability
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Solid communication and multi-tasking skills
  • High School diploma or GED preferred
 
PPG prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a hair drug/toxins test and a background check.
 
PPG Industries, Inc. offers 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, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. You may request a copy of PPG’s affirmative action plan by emailing
ppgaap@ppg.com.
 
To read more about Equal Employment Opportunity please see attached links:
 
http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/EO13665_PrescribedNondiscriminationPostingLanguage_JRFQA508c.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

Posted: 30+ days ago

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