R&D Chemist HE Powder

Overview

Our mission began more than 150 years ago in 1866 when Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams founded the company in Cleveland, Ohio. The duo went on to shape an industry and create a global legacy. That legacy continues today as we look ahead and continue to innovate our future. With stores, distribution centers and facilities spanning the globe, we’re able to deliver the best in paints, coatings and related products to the world. From our headquarters to our 130 distribution centers and more than 5,000 retail locations, we continue to grow in new and exciting ways.

Here, there’s no one path to success. Our 64,000+ employees worldwide are unique, innovative and passionate. Our employees bring their energy, perspectives and experience to work each new day. We believe in careers that grow with you and open up new opportunities. With the support of a global team, you can innovate, grow and discover a career where you can thrive and Create Your Possible.

We are seeking a dedicated R&D Chemist Heavy Equipment - Powder to support our Sherwin-Williams Team in Minerbio.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical testing and development of new or updated formulas, applying foundational chemical knowledge and understanding of product lines and materials
• Support site activities including quality control, formula transfers, and formula management within the ERP system
• Collaborate with process teams to optimize formulas and enhance productivity
• Perform quality investigations, including ARC analyses, and provide data-driven recommendations for formula improvements
• Document test results, project findings, and technical data, exercising independent professional judgment
• Contribute to cross-functional projects, supporting product development, manufacturing, and quality control
• Operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment while ensuring adherence to safety, regulatory, and departmental standards
• Propose and implement technical solutions, improvements, and validation methods, occasionally guiding junior technicians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or equivalent education and experience. Widespread technical experience is required for this level without a degree
• Demonstrates knowledge of various technologies, instruments, and materials
• Broad awareness of division business knowledge (including raw materials market, technology development/trends/brands/products, attributes, and competitors)
• Understanding of fundamental professional chemistry principles and practices
• Operating a variety of laboratory equipment
• Performing basic professional formulating tasks
• Ensuring compliance with department policies and procedures and applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Solving problems and recommending solutions
• Prioritizing daily project tasks
• Working with a basic understanding of the commercialization process
• PC skills: Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); and other applicable applications
• Willingness for occasional travel to customers or laboratories across Europe for product support and collaboration.

Our offer to you:

• Work life balance
• Competitive compensation program
• Company bonus plan
• Career growth opportunities in a truly international environment
• Innovation leaders in the protective coatings industry
• Sherwin Academy offers continuous training programs for all seniority levels
• Attractive wellbeing, mental health, women & inclusion and ID&E programs

Note: Sherwin-Williams is unable to respond to any enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Eligibility to Work

You will need to provide proof of right to work. It is a condition of any offer of employment we make to you that you have the permission to work in the country for the role for which you are applying for.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other protected characteristic prohibited by law.

Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.

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

It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Quality Assurance, Management, and Science

Industries

Chemical Manufacturing and Manufacturing