R&D Tech II — Lab Data & Product Development

The Sherwin-Williams Company; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sherwin-Williams Company is seeking a Household Products Technician in Pittsburgh to advance the development of innovative packaging coatings within the Performance Coatings Group. You will support lab experiments, document results, and collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, quality, and customers to drive project success.

Responsibilities include executing lab experiments, applying test methods, maintaining records, and communicating findings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months' experience working in a laboratory setting through academic coursework, research, internships, co-op assignments, or employment.
• Working knowledge of computers for data entry, communication, and basic data analysis.
• Basic understanding of scientific principles and ability to follow established laboratory or technical procedures.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate and perform basic troubleshooting of equipment using established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of laboratory experiments and contribute to experimental activities.
• Apply established test methods and quality standards to produce accurate, consistent, and reproducible results.
• Document formulations, procedures, observations, and results clearly to strengthen technical knowledge and project continuity.
• Analyze routine data, identify relevant findings, and communicate conclusions and recommendations through concise reports and updates.
• Maintain complete and accurate forms, records, and project documentation that support traceability and informed decision-making.
• Partner with technical, manufacturing, quality, marketing, and commercial teams to address project needs and support internal and external customers.
• Provide timely verbal and written updates on results, risks, priorities, and project status.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment by seeking direction when needed, responding constructively to feedback, and sharing routine information across the platform.

Skills

Laboratory operations

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Basic data analysis

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Basic lab equipment troubleshooting

Job description

The Sherwin-Williams Company is seeking a Household Products Technician in Pittsburgh to advance the development of innovative packaging coatings within the Performance Coatings Group. You will support lab experiments, document results, and collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, quality, and customers to drive project success.

Responsibilities include executing lab experiments, applying test methods, maintaining records, and communicating findings.