2027 R&D Design Quality Continuous Improvement Co-Op

Responsibilities: Collaborate with key functional team members, including quality, operations, engineering, and procurement, to complete required tasks Provide support to Continuous Improvement managers within assigned group and other quality personnel as needed Learn about supplier quality and process discipline related to data analysis and trending associated with raw material quality Complete appropriate research documentation, calculations, and data analysis and effectively communicate these results with mentor and team members Perform statistical calculations in Minitab (or other software, as required) Develop process solutions using MS Power Automate tools Prepare samples, materials, equipment, and other required tools for laboratory tests or development Perform technical development, tests, analyses, and research based on formulas and project requirements Perform a variety of laboratory tasks utilizing general instruments and lab equipment May work in areas where toxic, flammable, and hazardous materials are present Perform other duties as assigned This position is for a minimum of 8 months starting in January 2027- August 2027 with the option of being extended to 12 months.

Qualifications: Minimum Requirements Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree program in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Material Science Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future Must be willing to work up to 40 hours per week for 6 months, with or without reasonable accommodation Currently holding a minimum of 2.8 GPA Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally Basic skills with Microsoft Office suite (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications: Currently holding a minimum 3.0 GPA Currently enrolled in chemistry or chemical engineering bachelor degree program Experience with Minitab, Tableau, Power Automate, or other AI programs Completed minimum of two semesters of organic chemistry and two semesters of calculus Relevant previous work experience in a lab 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 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 commuteit 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.