About this role
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
ABOUT THE ROLE
Sherwin-Williams is a global leader in paints and coatings. We are looking for a Colour Formulator to join our team in Hamilton, working in colour creation and formulation across our specialist coatings range.
Based at our Hamilton distribution and warehouse site, you will be responsible for producing accurate, high-quality colour formulations for our customers.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
- Formulating colour for a range of specialist coatings
- Matching and modifying colour for automotive, industrial and wood coatings across a range of colours and hues
- Maintaining accurate records and colour databases
- Reporting on work in progress
- Working safely and in line with our health and safety policies
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Experience in automotive or industrial coatings - particularly in colour formulation and the application of two-pack polyurethane and acrylic coating systems - would be an advantage, but it is not essential. Full training will be given to the right person.
What matters most to us is
- Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach
- Problem-solving ability and a willingness to think creatively
- Confidence working with databases and technical information
- Strong time management and the ability to juggle competing priorities
- Good communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team or on your own
- Flexibility and adaptability to handle a varying workload
- A strong work ethic and reliability
- Willingness to undergo a pre-employment security check and drug test