2025 R&D Chemist-Polymer Accelerated Development ...

WELCOME TO SHERWIN-WILLIAMS Here, we believe there's not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there's a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. We'll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you to show us what you can do.  You can innovate, grow, and discover in a place where you can thrive and Create Your Possible! Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. Sherwin-Williams is seeking motivated, learning-agile individuals who have a drive for research & development to join our R&D Accelerated Development Program (ADP).  We are looking for flexible and adaptable candidates who are open to relocation for their training experience and post program position.  The R&D ADP is a high potential program designed to develop key skills and experience that may lead to R&D positions within our Global Supply Chain (GSC) group.  In this role, you will be a part of project team & be exposed to different functions of GSC R&D to ensure you receive key experiences and to prepare you for a position within the R&D Career Track.    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. Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates Here, we believe there's not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there's a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. We'll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show!  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 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/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. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans. Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process. Experiences and learnings of the R&D Accelerated Development Program include: Build knowledge of polymer synthesis and their use in paints and coatings  Execute testing methods and quality control using statistics software Learn and build understanding of commercialization, product, industry and segment knowledge Build experience in project management and report out on results and findings Create and foster relationships within Global Supply Chain and gain knowledge of plant operations Build cross-functional partnerships with and understand the interaction of Marketing, Operations, & Technical Services to execute innovation strategy.   Position Requirements: Required Must have a bachelor's degree by the time of this development program Must have a minimum overall GPA of 2.8"¯"¯  Must be at least 18 years of age"¯"¯  Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future"¯"¯ Must be willing to relocate for this position AND upon completion of the program Relevant coursework; at least two semesters of Chemistry AND two semesters of Organic Chemistry  Preferred Qualifications Have a bachelor's degree or higher in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math Have at least one (1) year of work experience in a quality control/assurance lab or R&D or have you completed a Sherwin-Williams Development Program in a Quality or R&D function Have previous experience working in a team-oriented setting including work experience, extracurricular activities, military service, etc.? Have at least one (1) year of work experience managing projects Chemistry, Polymer science, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Materials Science   Polymer science coursework or research  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. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.

Created: 2024-11-01