Performs specialized and advanced analyses, testing, and formulation of new products and requirements. Responsibilities may include developing new or updated formulas, performing moderate or sub-sets of large projects, and determining quality standards. The Formulation Chemist performs advanced projects, generally working with expanding existing technology, and having general expertise regarding product lines and application methods.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Performs advanced analyses, tests, and development of new or updated formulas that require specialized understanding of chemistry, product lines, and materials; determines quality standards.
Develops and adjusts the product formulas and coding and oversees the development of test batches and production scale formulas.
Applies working knowledge of business group operations and application methods to assist with implementing project objectives, product systems, budgets, timelines, and other requirements.
Responds to complex questions and concerns from plants, research technicians, quality control, customers and other internal and external parties regarding development, applications, quality assurance, and related programs and services.
Develops reports and documents detailing project processes, results, and conclusions; recommends additional actions or research.
Interprets and applies department policies and procedures and applicable laws, rules, and regulations; ensures compliance with these areas.
Serves as a team member for projects that are moderate to large in nature and independently carries out project tasks and provides professional technical support to the product development, quality control, manufacturing processes, and other operations.
Operates, cleans, and calibrates a variety of specialized equipment that requires professional judgment and background; also utilizes technical or standard equipment during the course of projects.
Assists with managing smaller or less complex projects to ensure daily tasks and project objectives are completed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Five years of industrial chemistry experience, including two years of experience within the paint and/or coatings industry.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) in Chemistry mandatory; Honours Degree in Chemistry advantageous;
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Applying advanced professional chemistry principles and practices;
Performing specialized formulation tasks;
Applying application methods and procedures;
Interpreting and applying department policies and procedures and applicable laws, rules, and regulations;
Working with quality standards;
Solving technical problems and recommending solutions;
Interpreting data and developing reports;
Prioritizing project tasks;
Providing and communicating technical information;
Applying commercialization principles and practices;
PC skills; Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); and other applicable applications;
Communicating with co-workers to provide and receive direction.
**Please note that Sherwin Williams is unable to respond to any enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies**
WELCOME TO SHERWIN-WILLIAMS
Sherwin-Williams is the largest paints and coatings company in the world. With $18 billion in sales, more than 4,100 stores, and 140 manufacturing and distribution centers worldwide. Our 60,000 employees across the globe are diverse, innovative and passionate. With a variety of rewarding and challenging opportunities, Sherwin-Williams is a great place to launch and grow a career. Find yours and join us today.
Basic Qualification:
Please note you will need the existing right to work in the country you apply for. Sherwin-Williams is unable to sponsor work permits or visas.
Equal Opportunity
An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other consideration prohibited by law.