R&D- Technician III

Sherwin-Williams • Minneapolis, MN

2d • $60,999 - $75,645

About The Position

The R&D Technician III organizes and executes project testing in support of the Performance Coatings Group. The role includes organizing and completing performance testing and generating reports on results, while coordinating multiple projects and timelines simultaneously. The technician maintains test equipment and supplies and trains others in laboratory techniques and film test protocols. The position reports to the Testing and Certification R&D Supervisor.

The role includes contact with employees and access to confidential or proprietary information and other items of value. The company states that a criminal-history review is necessary to protect its business, operations, reputation, staff, employees, and business relationships. The position involves 10% travel.

Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of application without now or in the future needing sponsorship for an employment work visa and/or permanent residence status.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma.
• At least 2 years of experience in a laboratory setting.
• Knowledge of basic math skills.
• Computer knowledge for basic inputting, communication, and data analysis.
• PC skills, including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and other applicable applications.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating a variety of laboratory equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting or mechanical aptitude.
• Basic understanding of ISO 9001 or ISO 17025 requirements.
• Familiarity with ASTM test methods and following SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Comply with ISO 17025 practices as they apply to the Testing & Certification group, including training, documentation, audits, testing protocols, and data reporting.
• Support or lead a team quality initiative and help facilitate continuous improvement of quality programs.
• Independently lead multiple projects or rushed requests requiring accurate testing and attention to detail, and provide test data and reports to project submitters.
• Communicate timelines effectively and meet deadlines.
• Perform relatively less complex project work, typically involving fewer tests, with some projects involving a greater panel volume.
• Support complex projects or specification testing previously performed at the laboratory, with guidance from management or other team members.
• Support or lead an equipment process; ensure equipment-operation, troubleshooting, and preventative-maintenance instructions are adequate; and identify opportunities to improve equipment processes.
• Support troubleshooting and root-cause investigations to identify risks and solve problems.
• Develop general knowledge of equipment processes and test methods.
• Communicate proactively to collaborate with internal customers, including R&D chemists, sales, and marketing, and with external vendors.
• Mentor, train, or act as a resource for other team members as needed.
• Help management maintain the overall budget; provide recommendations for equipment purchases and identify possible cost savings.
• Comply with department and company policies and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Disability coverage
• Security benefits
• Retirement and savings benefits
• Generous time-away-from-work package, including personal leave, paid parental leave, medical leave, vacation, and holidays
• Performance-based bonus, subject to the terms of applicable company plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED