Quality Technician

About the role

The Quality Resource Center is seeking an individual to support quality audit testing and services to ensure the successful launch of new products for the Global Supply Chain Division. This position involves timely execution of quality audit sample preparation and testing, evaluating test results according to set standards, and demonstrating basic knowledge of raw materials and equipment/computing tools to capture and record accurate data. The role contributes to the Stage Gate Audit process by supporting audit analysts through independent task execution to identify non-conformances and report findings. This role involves contact with confidential and proprietary information and may require supervised or unsupervised access to items of value. A criminal history review is required to protect the business, its operations, reputation, and staff safety.

This is an on-site role located at Sherwin-Williams Morikis Global Technology Center, 6745 Miller Road, Brecksville, OH 44141.

Responsibilities

• Complete performance verification audits to ensure manufactured products meet specified design criteria and record results within turn time targets.
• Partner with multiple control labs to determine routine requirements and proper procedures for obtaining relevant results.
• Execute experiments such as scale-up verification and opportunity rex evaluations, providing regular updates to Audit Quality Analysts and the QRC Audit Group Leader.
• Work in a highly fluid technical and team environment.
• Contribute to OP-16 projects to drive continuous improvement by writing basic reports, outlining procedures, and reporting results.
• Establish timelines for assignments based on priorities with assistance from a supervisor.
• Recognize problems and implement corrective actions to resolve issues.
• Operate and maintain moderately complex lab instruments proficiently.

Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing current or future sponsorship for an employment work visa or permanent residence status.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• 6 months of experience in a lab setting.
• Experience operating a variety of laboratory equipment.
• Understanding of fundamental chemistry practices and principles.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of the basics of paint formulation and testing.
• Intermediate use of Microsoft Office Applications, including Excel.

About Us

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings, and innovative solutions enhance and strengthen spaces. We invest in our employees through:

• Life: Rewards, benefits, and flexibility to support health and well-being.
• Career: Opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and grow contributions.
• Connection: An inclusive team and commitment to communities.

World-class benefits are designed to support employees and their families in areas such as retirement, health care, total well-being, and daily commuting. More information can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/ under "Candidates."

Compensation decisions consider skill sets, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and business needs. The wage range for this role reflects these factors and may vary based on geographic location.