This Technician II position will be responsible for Formula Verification in our Automotive division as part of our OE Interior Color Team. Activities to include paint preparation, color and gloss adjustments, application, quality control testing and ensuring that the formula meets product line rule sets, quality standards, manufacturing requirements and customer specifications.
• Functions with supervision.
• Contributes to the execution of experiments, records observations, draws conclusions.
• Performs basic paint-formulation calculations, makes paint samples, applies paint samples, and understands and can accurately perform tests to customer/industry specifications.
• Operates basic equipment.
• Responsible for inputting data and technical documentation in lab book on a daily basis.
• Possesses ability to analyze data.
• Writes basic reports outlining procedures used and results obtained.
• Verbally communicates routine information to supervisor and others on team.
• Is receptive and attentive to instructions.
• Organizes work to use time efficiently.
• Communicates with internal customers.
• Complies with and displays knowledge of all safety and security regulations and maintains a clean work area. Adheres to company safety standards at all times.
• Additional duties as assigned.
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).
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to determine the difference between colors so you can correctly tint paint to the colors desired by customers.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Computer knowledge for basic inputting, communication, and data analysis.
• Familiarity with scientific principles, products and/or processes
• Organizational skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Team-oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• 1+ years of experience in a paint laboratory.
• Technical understanding and knowledge in industrial chemistries
• Experience working with solvent-based and waterborne coatings, both solid shades and metallics, over plastic substrates.
• Coatings lab equipment knowledge
• Coatings spray-application knowledge
Travel Requirements: 5%
Upon completion of construction, the individual selected for this role will primarily work at the new Sherwin-Williams Global Technology Center in Brecksville, Ohio. Construction is expected to be complete in Q4 2024. Until then, the role will be based at the Warrensville Technical Center, located at 4440 Warrensville Center Rd Warrensville Heights, OH 44128.
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.
Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. 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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