Burbank, California, United States · On-site
$118k–$130k/yr
PPG's Adhesives and Polymers Development team is looking for an experienced and motivated technician to support the scale-up of novel photochromic dyes in a kilo-lab environment. As a Lead Synthesis Chemist, you will man…
Skills: Organic Synthesis, Polymer Synthesis, Analytical Techniques, Data Processing, Reaction Kinetics
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
$83k–$102k/yr
Job Summary: The NPI Buyer Planner I/II is responsible for managing all aspects of purchasing components from suppliers in order to assure timely delivery of parts to support production needs. In addition, the NPI Buyer …
Skills: Material Requirements Planning, Supplier Relationship Management, Inventory Management, Procurement, Negotiation
Burbank, California, United States · Hybrid
$150k–$180k/yr
Certified Group is committed to partnering with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise – So The World Can Trust In What It Consumes™. Our network of 30+ North American and European laboratorie…
Skills: Quality Management System (QMS), Regulatory Compliance, ISO/IEC 17025, GMP Regulations, Internal Auditing
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
$125k–$177k/yr
Job Summary: The Electrical Engineer III/IV is a senior contributor who works highly independently and uses originality, ingenuity, and established procedures to perform engineering duties in researching, planning, desig…
Skills: Analog Circuit Design, Digital Circuit Design, Micro-Electronics Design, High Power Circuit Design, VHDL Design
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$28/hr
Senior Mechanical Assembler WET (Design) – Burbank, CA At WET, we don’t just build systems—we engineer and manufacture complex, performance-driven environments that operate on a global stage. Our fountains and features, …
Skills: Mechanical Assembly, Plumbing, Pipe Fitting, Wire Harness Assembly, Blueprint Reading
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
$143k–$176k/yr
Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Supplier Quality Manager at our Burbank, CA location. About Crane: Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace…
Skills: Supplier Quality Management, APQP, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis, AS9100
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
$70k–$76k/yr
We are Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. You’ll feel proud of the work you do here every day to t…
Skills: Operations Management, Inventory Management, Budgeting, Staff Supervision, Procurement
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
Company Description Who is Senior plc? Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 19 operating businesses in 11 countries. Traded on the London Stock Exchange, Senior designs and …
Skills: Metal Fitting, Heliarc Tacking, Resistance Welding, Blueprint Reading, Hand Grinding
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
Company Description Who is Senior plc? Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 19 operating businesses in 11 countries. Traded on the London Stock Exchange, Senior designs and …
Skills: Power Brake Operation, Blueprint Reading, Metal Forming, Troubleshooting, Measuring Instruments
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
$28/hr–$34/hr
Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Repair & Overhaul Mechanical Technician II at our Burbank, CA location. About Crane: Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and component…
Skills: Electro-mechanical Repair, Troubleshooting, Blueprint Reading, Soldering, Calibration
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
Company Description Who is Senior plc? Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 19 operating businesses in 11 countries. Traded on the London Stock Exchange, Senior designs and …
Skills: Spot Welding, Seam Welding, Machine Setup, Electrode Maintenance, Troubleshooting
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
Company Description Who is Senior plc? Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 19 operating businesses in 11 countries. Traded on the London Stock Exchange, Senior designs and …
Skills: Metal Fitting, Heliarc Tacking, Resistance Welding, Blueprint Reading, Hand Grinding
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
Company Description Who is Senior plc? Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 19 operating businesses in 11 countries. Traded on the London Stock Exchange, Senior designs and …
Skills: Metal Fitting, Heliarc Tacking, Blueprint Reading, Hand Grinding, Resistance Welding
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
Company Description Who is Senior plc? Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 19 operating businesses in 11 countries. Traded on the London Stock Exchange, Senior designs and …
Skills: Machine Welding, Blueprint Reading, Weld Symbol Interpretation, Precision Measurement, X-ray Quality Welding
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$30/hr
About Crane:Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to lan…
Skills: Assembly, Soldering, Hand Crimping, Reading Engineering Prints, Quality Control
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
Company Description Who is Senior plc? Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 19 operating businesses in 11 countries. Traded on the London Stock Exchange, Senior designs and …
Skills: Blueprint Reading, Chemical Tank Operation, Sandblasting, Metal Cleaning, Mathematical Ability
Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc.Burbank, California, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$22/hr
Join Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc. (EBI) and you’ll be part of a team that leads science, innovation, and technology on different industry fronts. Working here will provide you with an exciting and motivating career f…
Skills: Adhesive Potting, Deburring, Grinding, HAAS Machines, Quality Assurance
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
Company Description Who is Senior plc? Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 19 operating businesses in 11 countries. Traded on the London Stock Exchange, Senior designs and …
Skills: Mechanical Maintenance, Equipment Repair, Preventative Maintenance
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
Innovative Chemical Products Group (ICP Group) is a leading formulator and manufacturer of specialty coatings, adhesives, and sealants serving the construction and industrial end markets. ICP Group is comprised of leadin…
Skills: Account Management, Roofing and Waterproofing Sales, Salesforce CRM, Microsoft Office Suite, Client Relationship Management
Burbank, California, United States · On-site
Company Description Who is Senior plc? Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 19 operating businesses in 11 countries. Traded on the London Stock Exchange, Senior designs and …
Skills: Production Scheduling, Personnel Management, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Budget Control
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Develop new resin materials for aerospace coatings, sealants, and adhesives while improving manufacturing processes for strategic resin products. Collaborate with various teams to ensure successful project completion and present findings to customers.
Candidates must have a PhD in chemistry or material science with at least 3 years of experience, along with hands-on experience in organic or polymer synthesis. Expertise in analytical techniques and experience with process optimization are also required.
PPG's Adhesives and Polymers Development team is looking for an experienced and motivated technician to support the scale-up of novel photochromic dyes in a kilo-lab environment.
As a Lead Synthesis Chemist, you will manage the development of new resins for aerospace materials and supporting current resin production in manufacturing sites. You will focus on hands-on synthetic work in the lab, process improvement for current manufacturing practices, and cross-team collaboration to develop new aerospace materials. Success requires organic and polymer synthesis skills and the ability to collaborate to accomplish projects. You will report to the Senior Manager, Adhesives and Polymers at our Burbank, CA facility.
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The base salary range for this position is $118,000 to $130,000, 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 and Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, Family Leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.
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PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™
Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, 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 www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.
The PPG Way 2030
We are customer champions
Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.
We act with purpose and speed
Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.
We are excellent operators
Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.
We compete to win
Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.
We are PPG proud
Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.
At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.
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.
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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. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.
PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.
PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD® At PPG (NYSE:PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and specialty materials that our customers have trusted for more than 140 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 and reported net sales of $15.8 billion in 2024. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X and @PPGIndustries on Facebook, Instagram and Threads.
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