AddressSherwin-Williams is seeking motivated individuals who have a drive for research & development to join our R&D Leadership Development Program. This training program is designed to develop key skills and experience that will lead to a role in the Chemist track within our Performance Coatings Group, supporting one of our technical divisions which include Automotive, Coil, Industrial Wood, General Industrial, Packaging or Protective and Marine.
About Performance Coatings Group at Sherwin-Williams:
The Sherwin-Williams Performance Coatings Group supplies a broad range of highly-engineered solutions for the construction, industrial, packaging and transportation markets in more than 120 countries around the world. There are seven business units under the Performance Coatings Group, which include: Automotive Finishes, Coil Coatings, Engineered Polymer Solutions, General Industrial Coatings, Packaging Coatings, Protective & Marine, and Industrial Wood Coatings. The industrial markets we service include but are not limited to: Beverage & Food Cans, Furniture, Flooring, Cars, Airplanes, Marine, Oil & Gas, Electronics, Military and Appliances.
Knowledge of paint and coatings chemistry and formulation
Experience testing methods and quality control using statistics software
Understanding of commercialization, product, industry and segment
Expertise in project management and reporting results and findings
Opportunity to build relationships with supply chain and gain knowledge of plant operations
Opportunity to build cross-functional partnerships with Sales, Marketing, Operations, & Technical Services to execute innovation strategy
Opportunity to work alongside senior chemists
Following successful completion of the program, you will have the opportunity to apply for a post-program promotion as on the Chemist track.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in science or technical related field including but not limited to Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science and Corrosion Engineering
Minimum GPA: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Previous experience working on projects in a lab environment
Must be open to relocation based on business need for this position, and again for post program position and promotional opportunities
Must be authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
EXTRAS TO HELP YOU STAND OUT- These are not required for you to be eligible to apply, but don't be afraid to brag about any of the following:
Previous experience with project management
Previous Sherwin-Williams lab experience
Previous experience working in a customer service environment
Involvement in student organizations such as American Chemical Society, Alpha Chi Sigma
Leadership in extra-curricular activities/organizations
Paint and coatings industry knowledge or experience
Well-developed analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Strong communication, relationship building and organizational skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint skills
Experience with Statistics Software
Other Qualifications:
Must be able to retrieve material from shelves and floor stacks and left and carry up to 50 lbs for short distances.
Some travel to other locations, meetings and/or seminars is required.
