R&D- Technician II

The Commercialization Group is seeking a technician to support the maintenance of business for Interior and Exterior Architectural products designed for Paint Stores Group.  

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.
 

•    Supporting MOB for Stores Control Labs: including Production Issues, Quality Complaints, Marketing Requests 
•    Performing lab testing including scale ups, performance testing and heat age stability 
•    Support of routine experiments, recording results and learning basic knowledge of equipment/computing tools to capture and record data   
•    Communication within the project team regarding project needs and status 
•    Developing basic knowledge and understanding of product lines and raw materials 
•    Establishes timeline for assignments based on priorities with assistance from their supervisor.  
•    Proficient in operating moderately complex lab instruments. 
 

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).
•    High school diploma or equivalent.
•    Must be at least 18 years of age. 
•    Knowledge of basic computer skills 
•    Basic Microsoft Suite skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)  
•    Basic math skills 
•    Proven problem-solving abilities 
•    6 months of experience in a lab setting

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
•    Associates or Bachelors degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (‘STEM’) field 
•    Ability to interact effectively with various levels of technical experience 
 

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.

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