R&D Chemist - Automotive Coatings

The Sherwin-Williams Company

Lelystad, Flevoland, Netherlands
Full-time
Posted June 01, 2026

Job Description

Sherwin-Williams is a global player in the world of paints and automotive refinishes. In Lelystad we produce car refinish paints for cars that have paint damage. In addition to the production department, we also have sales, (color) development, R&D, marketing, distribution and a customer training center in Lelystad.

  • Performs analyses, tests, and development of new or updated formulas that require an intermediate understanding of chemistry, product lines, and materials; assists with determining quality standards.

  • Assists with developing and adjusting product formulas and coding, develops test batches and applies a basic understanding of application principles and practices; assists with the development and scale of production formulas.

  • Assists with analyzing, evaluating, and selecting materials for tests and production batches.

  • Serves as a team member for projects that are complex in nature and are generally sub-sets of larger ob...