R&D- Sr. Chemist

Sherwin-Williams; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel 20%

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams seeks a Senior Chemist for the General Industrial Ecoat Laboratory to lead development, commercialization, and line maintenance for new and existing products. You will collaborate with technical management, sales, and marketing to align needs and timelines.

Desired candidate has a BS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, 5+ years in industrial chemical manufacturing with Pretreatment/Ecoat experience, and proven project management.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering required; minimum two semesters of general and organic chemistry.
• 5+ years in industrial chemical manufacturing; pretreatment/Ecoat experience.
• Experience in product development and commercialization is preferred.
• Knowledge of general industrial paint formulations, processing, and Ecoat chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Act as SME on Pretreatment technologies and Ecoat interactions.
• Serve as main contact for technical questions from plants, researchers, quality, customers, and internal teams.
• Manage time and resources to meet long- and short-term goals for projects.
• Oversee maintenance of business and new opportunities; analyze, test, and develop formulas.

Skills

Pretreatment tech

Ecoat tech

Project management

Product development

Commercialization

General Industrial paints

Industrial coatings regs

Ecoat chemistry

DOE & Six Sigma

Education

BS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

General & Organic Chemistry (2 semesters)

Job description

Job Description

The General Industrial Ecoat Laboratory is seeking a Senior Chemist to lead the development, commercialization, and line maintenance efforts for new and existing products designed for the General Industrial Market. This individual will work closely with technical management, sales and marketing to identify the needs and timelines for product developments and will coordinate project activities with all the pertinent functions within SW.

Responsibilities

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• -Be a subject matter expert on Pretreatment technologies and interactions with Ecoat .
• -Serves as the primary contact for highly technical and complex questions and concerns from plants, research professionals, quality control, customers, and other internal and external parties regarding liquid coating technology platforms.
• -Effectively managing time and resources to ensure that projects work is delivered on long- and short-term goals.
• -Manages maintenance of business, new business opportunities, and personnel who analyze, test, and develop new or updated formulas; will perform tasks that require comprehensive understanding of chemistry, product lines, and materials
• -Effectively communicating projects and deliverables to team
• -Identifying and understanding customers’ issues, while providing and implementing best course of action.
• -Creating and supporting a cooperative work environment.
• -Written and verbal communication of team and project related information to key stakeholders and management.
• -Communicating/interfacing with other departments and divisions including Technical, Marketing, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Analytical.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline and two semesters of general and organic Chemistry each.

5+ years of experience in Industrial chemical manufacturing field

• Must have a minimum of 2 years in Pretreatment or Ecoat field
• Must have previous project management experience
• Preferred Qualifications:
• 5+ years of product development and/or Commercialization experience is preferred
• Knowledge or experience in General Industrial paint formulations and processing
• Knowledge of the Industrial Coatings market and regulations
• Knowledge of Ecoat Chemistry
• Knowledge of thin film nano pretreatment
• Training in Design of Experiments and Design for Six Sigma
• Proven successful project management and commercial success
• Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to sit, stand, hear, and see on a constant basis. :
• Must be able to walk, write, and type on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to climb and descend stairs.
• Must be able to bend, carry, reach, push, and pull on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing.
• May work indoors and outdoors as needed. Exposure to heat up to 120 degrees and cold to 0 degrees.
• May work in areas where noise level is such that hearing protection is required.
• May work in areas where toxic, flammable, and hazardous materials are present.
• May be exposed to varying amounts of dust and dirt.
• Work surfaces may include concrete.
• Employee must be able to tolerate non-toxic paint odors and be able to wear a respirator as required.
• Employee must be able to operate a computer and communicate via telephone.
• Travel to other locations, meetings and/or seminars is required.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 20%

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

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

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/ .

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.

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