R&D Chemist

We are seeking a highly skilled R&D Chemist to join our team at Sherwin-Williams. As a key member of our Interior Commercialization New Product Development Group, you will play a critical role in the development, reformulation, and testing of architectural paint products.

• Select and formulate raw materials, paint making, and testing to ensure product specifications and performance requirements are met.
• Accurately document and present lab results and technical information to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Manufacturing, and support groups to ensure successful commercialization of products.
• Develop in-depth technical and business knowledge regarding paint products.
• Plan, schedule, execute work, analyze results, and make recommendations based on those results.
• Host meetings, summarize, present, and report project findings/conclusions to stakeholders, and provide recommendations for actions.
• Identify potential Continuous Improvement opportunities and drive necessary actions for implementation.

• Formal Education: Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field.
• Minimum 3 years of architectural paint formulation or coatings experience.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Strong Communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Proven Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Math and statistics skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with various levels of technical experience.

• Demonstrated flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances.
• High level of initiative and leadership ability.
• Project leadership/management experience.
• Design for Six Sigma Green Belt trained or certified.

Sherwin-Williams is a company that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe in careers that grow with you and offer a wide range of benefits to support your well-being. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for chemistry and innovation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.