R&D- Chemist II

Sherwin-Williams; South Holland (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams Co. is seeking a motivated scientist to join the GSC R&D Colorant team, focusing on colorant dispersions, product development, and collaboration with plant operations and QC for scale-up.

The role involves leading projects, effective communication in reports, and cross-functional teamwork. Responsibilities include evaluating colorant technologies, driving product development for performance, and documenting results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math field.
• Minimum of 3 years of paint and coatings or related project management experience.
• Must be able to tint paint to customer colors.
• Experience in scale-up procedures for manufacturability.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate colorant technologies, batch-making and testing, and data analysis.
• Lead project meetings and communicate key findings to stakeholders.
• Document lab results and technical information accurately.
• Drive raw material supply assurance, cost-savings, and risk reduction projects.
• Identify Continuous Improvement opportunities and lead implementations.
• Create and adjust project timelines and manage time with supervisor input.

Skills

Colorant testing

Product development

Project management

Data analysis

Education

B.S. in a STEM field

Tools

Stage Gate process

Minitab

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join GSC R&D Colorant team working on a variety of projects related to colorant dispersions, and product development. Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to, testing experimental and production samples of colorant, assisting in product development, as well as working with plant operations and QC with regards to colorant scale-up. This position requires the candidate to communicate effectively both orally and in written reports. This position provides the opportunity to lead projects and collaborate with stakeholders from multiple groups.

Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company’s staff, employees, and business relationships.

Responsibilities

• Evaluation of colorant technologies, colorant batch-making and testing, and data analysis.
• Product development and commercialization of colorant formulations to meet performance requirements.
• Lead and facilitate project meetings, communicate key findings, conclusions, and recommend next steps to stakeholders.
• Accurate documentation and communication of lab results and technical information.
• Lead and drive raw material supply assurance, cost-savings, and risk reduction projects.
• Identify potential Continuous Improvement opportunities and drive implementation.
• Initiate and lead projects to resolve problems, improve processes, develop methods, investigate and implement plans.
• Able to create project timelines and modify as needed, manages time with moderate input from supervisor.
• Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future (e.g., OPT, CPT, H1B, EB-1,etc.)
• Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math field.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of 3 years of paint and coatings or related project management experience
• 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.
• Experience in scale-up procedures for manufacturability
• Paint industry knowledge and awareness
• Experience developing coatings products – preferably industrial applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry
• 5 years of paint or coatings formulation or related field
• Minimum of 1 year colorant formulation or color matching experience
• Project leadership/management experience
• Basic knowledge of statistics and data analysis with the ability to apply to product design and development
• Experience in using Stage Gate process(es) and/or DFSS tools in projects
• Basic Knowledge of Minitab

Travel Requirements

10%

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

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. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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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