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The Quality Plant Chemist ADP is "hosted" by the Global Supply Chain Organizational Development Department, and participants are matched with one of our manufacturing/distribution facilities. Employees will work out of our Matteson, Illinois  location and will begin the program either January or July 2027. 

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life ... with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career ... with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection ... with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

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.

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 employer. 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.

Minimum Requirements:  

• 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
• Be willing to relocate, as required, upon completion of the Accelerated Development Program 
• Must have experience with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and Power Point    

Preferred Requirements:

• Have a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Chemistry
• Quality or R&D Lab work experience
• Previous Internship/Co-op experience within Sherwin-Williams.  
• Previous Internship, Co-op, or work experience in a related field    
• Leadership experience as demonstrated by your involvement in extracurricular activities on campus or in the community.   

Position Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting the Quality Manager with assigned tasks and work on continuous improvement projects that will allow them to learn about the many different areas within the Quality function including:  

• Becoming familiar with all Quality systems, tools, processes, metrics, and standards  
• Identify process and formula changes needed for successful manufacturing of existing formulas.
• Completing the 3 Training Programs  
  • Microbial Control Program  
  • Institutional Test Methods  
  • Minitab & Basic Statistics training  
• Becoming familiar with the New Product Launch/Pipeline Process including:  
  • Ship to Hold Audit  
  • Test Batches  
  • Institutional Calibration Methods  
  • Calibration database.    
• Perform routine paint and raw material testing as needed.
• Learn to use Six Sigma methodologies to determine key areas of improvements in production.