R&D- Group Leader - Sherwin-Williams

This Group Leader position in our Coil division will be responsible for a variety of exciting activities related to managing the Building Products segment priorities and projects, troubleshooting, and executing on development plans for the team.  This stand-alone position will report to a manager located at a different Sherwin-Williams location.

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.

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.

•    Supervises laboratory staff including hiring, training, evaluating performance, providing compensation recommendations, and performance management.
•    Manages maintenance of business, new business opportunities, and personnel who analyze, test, and develop new or updated formulas; will perform tasks that require comprehensive understanding of chemistry, product lines, and materials.
•    Assists with developing project objectives, which includes proposed budgets, timelines, materials, personnel, and other project requirements, receives direction and presents information to management.
•    Reviews and evaluates project reports, analyses, and data to ensure conformity with project objectives, determines corrective action and implements changes, receives direction on complex or unique circumstances. 
•    Serves as a member of project and business teams and assists with developing specific sales, production, research, and related team objectives.     
•    Oversees and/or serves as the primary contact for highly technical and complex questions and concerns from plants, research professionals, quality control, customers, and other internal and external parties regarding liquid coating technology platforms. Presents technology, product, and application information to internal and external customers.
•    Reads and interprets patents, examines new product concepts and technology, and determines how to improve or utilize technology to develop future product lines.  
•    Interprets and applies department policies and procedures and applicable laws, rules, and regulations; ensures compliance with these areas.
•    Performs other 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).


• Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math field.  


• At least 3 years of experience in coating application and formulation. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience managing and leading other preferred.


• Supervising and evaluating employees


• Experience applying basic project management concepts and basic business administration principles and practices


• Experience interpreting and applying department policies and procedures and applicable laws, rules, and regulations


• Experience applying comprehensive application methods and procedures


• Experience applying chemistry principles and practices; including formulation of liquid coating


• Interpreting data and developing reports; including reading and interpreting patents


• Experience communicating technical information


• Experience prior record of successful customer interaction and commercialization principles and practices


• Experience advanced PC skills, including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and statistical software, such as Minitab


• Experience training and/or experience with Lean Six Sigma and Stage Gate Processes; proven record of implementation of statistical process control

Travel Requirements: 10%