Technical Service Trainee - Automotive Coatings

Think of this as your personal pit crew training - but instead of changing tires in 2.4 seconds, you'll be mastering the art of technical problem-solving and customer service excellence!

Join PPG as a Technical Service Trainee in our Automotive OEM division and embark on a comprehensive training journey designed to develop your technical expertise and customer service skills. This structured program will prepare you for a successful career in technical service, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting our products, resolving customer challenges, and ensuring exceptional service delivery.

What You'll Do

Training & Development

• Participate in a comprehensive rotational training program across multiple departments to gain broad business understanding and strategic insights
• Learn from experienced technical service professionals in diagnosing and resolving complex customer technical issues
• Master the use of diagnostic tools, software, and specialized equipment essential to technical service operations
• Engage in leadership development workshops, seminars, and mentoring sessions to build management and interpersonal capabilities

Customer Service Excellence

• Develop effective communication skills to understand customer technical problems and provide timely, clear updates
• Learn to maintain a customer-oriented mindset with unwavering focus on service excellence
• Build strong professional relationships with customers and internal stakeholders

Technical Problem-Solving

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, sales, and quality assurance to escalate and resolve complex technical challenges
• Analyze business challenges and propose innovative solutions under senior leadership guidance
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and technical service best practices

Professional Growth

• Prepare and deliver presentations to stakeholders, demonstrating insights and program progress
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery processes
• Build a robust professional network within PPG and the broader industry
• Continuously seek feedback and demonstrate commitment to personal and professional development

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field (advanced degrees or certifications are a plus)
• Prior internship or relevant industry experience is advantageous
• Proficiency in computers and common software applications

Personal Attributes

• Customer-focused mindset with commitment to service excellence
• Commitment to adhering to company policies, safety standards, and quality procedures

Salary range for this position will be between 58,000 to 70,000 with a 2.5% bonus potential.

Why Choose PPG?

This trainee position offers an exceptional opportunity to launch your career with a global leader in coatings and specialty materials. You'll receive comprehensive training, mentorship from industry experts, and exposure to diverse business functions that will accelerate your professional growth.

Ready to Start Your Journey?

If you're passionate about technical service, customer satisfaction, and continuous learning, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join PPG's Technical Service Trainee program and build the foundation for a rewarding career in automotive technical services.

About us: 

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.  

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. 

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.