Technical Manager, Powder Coatings

Technical Manager Powder Coatings

PPG Industries

Cleveland Ohio or Pittsburgh Pennsylvania

PPG is a global leader in paints coatings and specialty materials with Powder Coatings playing a pivotal role in driving sustainable innovation. Our Powder Coatings technologies are prized for their environmental benefits including zero volatile organic compounds (VOCs) reduced waste and energy efficiency compared to traditional liquid coatings. These solutions have a significant global impact supporting industries by enabling durable high-performance finishes that enhance product longevity and reduce environmental footprints. At PPG Powder Coatings are integral to our Industrial Coatings Automotive and Refinish business units with emerging applications like laser curing methods that allow for faster more precise and energy-efficient processing. We are seeking a dynamic leader to serve as the face of Powder Coatings managing key stakeholders across the organization and industry while holding teams accountable to delivercutting-edgesolutions.

As theTechnical Manageryou will managealarge sizedteam ofprofessionals including chemists and technicians distributed across four locations: Strongsville OH; Grand Haven MI; Brazil IN; and Gainesville TX. The positionis based preferably in Strongsville OH with flexibility for Pittsburgh PA. This role reports to the Regional Technical Director - Industrial Coatings. Travel up to 25% (domestic and international) is.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a teamofchemists and technicians across four sites (Strongsville OH; Grand Haven MI; Brazil IN; Gainesville TX) fostering a culture of innovative problem-solving accountability and increased productivity to consistently deliver exceptional service to customers and stakeholders.

• Provide ongoing development and coachingfordirect reports and the broader teamcultivatingtalentpromotingdiversity andmaintaininghigh performance standards.

• Serve as the primary face of PPGs Powder Coatings division building and managing relationships with internal stakeholders (e.g. manufacturing commercial supply chain and product stewardship teams) and external partners while holding all parties accountable for aligned goals and outcomes.

• Enhance customer relationships by thoroughly understanding theirobjectivesand delivering effective solutions to their challengesleveragingPPGs sustainable Powder Coatings technologies that minimize environmental impact and support global sustainability initiatives.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with various teams including Industrial Coatings Automotive and Refinish business units to ensuretimelydelivery of theappropriate products proactively addressing and overcoming any obstacles.

• Establish andmaintainstrong collaborative relationships with manufacturing commercial supply chain and product stewardship teams to advance Powder Coatings innovations such as laser cure applications that enable rapid curing and expanded use in high-volume industries.

• Represent the Powder Coatings technical team and the broader S&T organization confidently and respectfully to customers and the coating industry highlighting the global impact of our technologies in reducing emissions improving efficiency and serving diverse sectors like automotive refinishing and industrial applications.

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of product portfolios and the underlying chemistry and engineering principles specific to powder coatings including sustainable formulations application methods (e.g. electrostatic and laser cure) and their role in PPGs business units.

• Design and implement robust programs and processes aimed at reducing portfolio complexitymodifyingplatform products to address portfolio gaps andfacilitatingthe commercialization ofnew technologiesin partnership with product development teams emphasizing sustainability and real-world impact.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. Masters orBachelors Degree in Chemistry Engineering or Materials Science.

• Seven (7) or more years of experience in research product development and/or manufacturing with a focus oncoatingstechnologies.

• Powder coatings or formulation experience highly preferred including knowledge of sustainable applications and innovations like laser curing.

• Five (5) or more years of experience leading a team ideally in a multi-site environment with stakeholder management responsibilities.

• Previousexperience working with internal stakeholders and external customers required with a proven ability to hold teams accountable and drive results.

• Project management / product commercialization experience preferred particularly in sustainable technologies.

• Strongsville OH is the preferred homebase location however open to Pittsburgh-based homebase.

About us:

Here atPPGwe 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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