R&D Senior Chemist - Military veterans preferred

This individual is expected to possess the ability to lead projects of varying levels of complexity with little to no supervision. This individual will be provided with ample opportunities to demonstrate the development of technical expertise while providing support to internal and external customers. The individual will also have opportunities to demonstrate leadership on product development and commercialization teams while providing support to manufacturing, marketing, and quality teams.

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

This position is eligible for health benefits, such as medical, dental and vision coverage, Flexible

Spending Accounts (FSAs), disability coverage, security, retirement and saving benefits. Additional

benefits include a generous time away from work package, including personal leave, paid parental

leave, medical leave, vacation, and holidays.

Job duties include contact with other employees and access to 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.

• Formulation of anodic and cathodic electrocoating’s.
• Characterization of coatings and polymer systems.
• Application of experimental coatings by electrodeposition.
• Lead development projects using Design for Six Sigma tools (DOE’s) for three and five stage projects.
• Support manufacturing sites during the scale up process of new coatings and polymer systems.
• Communicates with manager, manufacturing, applications and various business partners to ensure the successful commercialization of products.
• Establishes timelines and resources needed with minimal changes and input from managers with the ability to alter project scope or to propose changes based on feedback.
• Adhere to company safety guidelines at all times.
• Mentor lesser experienced chemists in the laboratory.
• Ability to become a subject matter expert for:
o Solvent-based or water-based liquid technologies
o Powder coatings technologies
o Coating formulation and raw materials within coatings
• Utilizes internal networks in other functional areas (Manufacturing, Quality, Product Management etc)
• Work with Commercial Project Managers to develop innovative project proposals and R&D programs
• Independently lead projects with little manager direction.
• Clearly and concisely communicate to diverse audiences including internal and external customers
• Influences others to support an idea/plan and considers the potential impact of the business
• Assists in or recommends staffing for projects
• Provides team support by encouraging collaboration and providing suggestions/resources to overcome obstacles.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• 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.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum 5 years chemist level experience, at least 3 of those in water-based technologies.
• Experience leading/managing projects.
• Familiarity with polymer structure property relationships.
• Proficient with analytical methods for characterization of coatings and coating defects.
• Has demonstrated the successful scale up and commercialization of coating or polymer systems.
• Experience with project management skills
• Computer knowledge for basic inputting, communication, and data analysis
• Design of Experiment
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s Degree or higher in Chemistry or Coating Science.
• 8 years of industrial coatings formulation
• 3-5 years of electrocoat experience or various water-based technologies
• Application and formulation of effects coatings
• Experience with Statistical analysis.
• Ability to color match visually and with the assistance of color equipment.
• Liquid and powder spray systems utilizing robotic equipment
• Experience with electrocoat or water-based polymer synthesis.

Travel Requirements: 30%

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

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/. 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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