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Color Chemist Job in Cleveland, Ohio US

Color Chemist

PPG INDUSTRIES, INC. - Cleveland, OH

Posted: 3/2/2026 - Expires: 5/31/2026

Job ID: 293243242

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Job Description

As a Color Chemist at PPG, you will formulate new colors and adjust existing colors, using applicable digital color tools and resources for the Automotive OEM customers. You will partner with technical experts to launch new products in multiple technologies, adhering to internal best practices and requirements.

The base salary range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000, with a possibility of an annual bonus up to 7% of base salary. PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.

Key Responsibilities

Follow all PPG safety protocols and in a laboratory work environment.

Help develop and implement color process best practices.

Apply knowledge of chemistry, mathematical calculations, and color science to develop products in collaboration with technical experts.

Prepare, testing, adjusting paint samples, and learning methodology and art of color formulation and paint application.

Positively contribute in a team environment, collaborate with team members, actively seek out knowledge.

Formulate and record new formulations in internal PPG Software (LFA, Hybrid Color etc.)

Coordinating, conducting and evaluating experiments, reporting results for internal project hand-offs.

Problem solves testing failures and color matches using established formulation practices and design requirements.

Match new colors with the ability to match in multiple technologies.

Knowledgeable in color equipment and instrumentation. Experience with reflectance curves, color tolerances, light sources, and metamerism.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in science, mathematics or other related discipline

4+ years of experience in laboratory work & formulating water or solvent base materials

Color matching or shading experience

Project management or supervision experience

Pass color blindness test

Communicates both orally and in writing focusing on data documentation and analysis of results.

Effectively read, write, and communicate in English

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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.

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, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com Pay Transparency poster: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
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Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Federal Contractor
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
Bachelor's degree
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Job Reference Code
86425838
Salary
N/A
Licenses / Certifications:
N/A
Display Recommended WorkKeys®Recommended WorkKeys®:
Applied Math: 5
Graphic Literacy: 6

Workplace Documentation: 6