R&D-Chemist I

Role details

Responsibilities

• -Build technical expertise in liquid coating to investigate and Implement Raw Material Cost Savings and Simplification in Liquid -Formulations for General Industrial Coatings
• -For technical work determine performance impact and articulate risk to management team.
• -Formulate, evaluate, and optimize solvent borne and/or waterborne liquid coating systems using sound principles of chemistry, materials science, and coating formulation.
• -Plan and execute laboratory experiments and performance testing to support raw material cost savings and simplification efforts.
• -Analyze test results, raw data-based conclusions, and communicate technical findings, risks, and recommendations to control labs, manufacturing, and procurement teams.
• -Collaborate with PCG Group to best utilize skills and tools to support offset work, cost savings and simplifications efforts ( e.g Preferred RM strategy, application center etc. )
• -Manage assigned project work effectively, balancing timelines, priorities, experimental rigor, documentation, and follow-up to ensure commitments are met.
• -Maintain accurate technical records, formulation data, test results, and project documentation in accordance with laboratory expectations and business needs.
• -Contribute to a collaborative laboratory environment by sharing technical knowledge, supporting cross-functional communication, and engaging constructively with team members and stakeholders.
• -Adhere to safety, quality (e.g., ISO), and housekeeping policies and guidelines.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

• -Must be legally authorized to work in the country for which you are applying for employment (without now or in the future needing sponsorship for employment work visa and/or permanent residence status).
• Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math field.
• -1 - 5 Years industrial coatings experience- either manufacturing or formulation in Liquid Formulation
• -Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to determine the difference between colors so you can correctly tint paint to the colors desired by customers.
• -Computer knowledge for basic inputting, communication, and data analysis
• -Math knowledge
• -Chemistry knowledge

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Polymers and Coatings
• -Experience with General Industrial or OEM liquid coatings for heavy equipment, transportation, construction, agricultural, or related industrial applications.
• -Previous experience in Raw Material replacement type project
• -Knowledge of corrosion protection, durability testing, adhesion, appearance, weathering, chemical resistance, and other performance attributes relevant to heavy equipment coatings.
• -Familiarity with customer qualification protocols, specification testing, manufacturing scale-up, and troubleshooting in industrial coatings environments.
• -Knowledge of pretreatment chemistry, substrate preparation, and the interaction between coating systems and metal surfaces.
• -Training or practical experience with Design of Experiments, statistical analysis, root cause analysis, or Design for Six Sigma methods.

Technical/Skill Requirements

• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks.
• Excellent organization and planning skills
• Team- oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment
• Experience working with DOE, Minitab, Product Vision, Navigator, Microsoft Access, Excel, Word.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: 10%

This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, including conversion to H-1B visa.

Successful candidate will be required to sign an Employee Restrictive Covenant Agreement where permitted by law.

This position is also eligible for bonus based on performance and subject to the terms of the Company’s applicable plans.

About Us

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being

Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution

Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities

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At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/ . Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting.

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Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

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