Technical Service Specialist

At PPG, we protect and beautify the world. As a global leader in paints, coatings, and materials, we're proud to deliver innovation and performance that help our customers make their mark.

We are currently seeking a Technical Services Specialist from a surface coatings background to join our team at Clayton. The successful candidate will plan, direct and execute all projects related to providing prime COIL and GI technical service support to internal and external ANZ customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical service to ANZ COIL and GI customers in the entire paint process to meet required quality and cost targets.
• Ensure the effective performance of PPG COIL and GI products through problem solving and process improvement suggestions.
• Provide technical support to Clayton COIL and GI Operations, involving addressing significant technical issues and sample testing.
• Preparing and submitting product technical information documentation for customers as directed by Technical Manager.
• Provide technical support for operation of the laboratory equipment in Clayton R&D and Clayton operations.
• Ensure that the business is conducted within Company & statutory E&HS regulations & maintains QS 9000 & other accreditations within the PPG guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent with a chemistry major or significant scientific knowledge gained on the job.
• 4+ years' experience in the surface coatings industry, with a background in product development and technical service.
• Specialist COIL and GI technical service experience and knowledge of customers diverse needs.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• The ability to write and present reports.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for development and long-term career progression
• Performance based incentive programs
• Access to corporate discounts, including WhereFit, that provide wellness benefits to our employees
• Give back to local communities with our PPG Colourful communities program
• PPG Recognition programs
• Generous discounts on PPG products through our company owned store network

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.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability, and colour, 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 and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

The PPG Way

Every single day at PPG:

We partner with customers to create mutual value.

We are insightful, dedicated, and proactive. We have intimate knowledge of the market and our customers. We focus on practical solutions that make a difference.

We are "One PPG" to the world.

We are better and stronger together. We leverage our scale to reach new markets and introduce innovative technologies as we differentiate and disrupt our markets.

We trust our people every day, in every way.

We enable and empower our people to make the right decisions. We are inclusive, transparent, and respectful. Our feedback is clear and actionable.

We make it happen.

We have a passion for winning. We achieve. We deliver with discipline and integrity. We bring our best energy to our work. We decide and act intelligently and quickly.

We run it like we manage it.

We respect one another by being responsible and accountable. We always act in the best interest of our company, customers, shareholders, and our communities.

We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

We continuously learn. We develop our people to grow our businesses.

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, colour, 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

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.