ARC Group Leader

Based out of the lab at the Warrensville Technical Center in Warrensville Heights, OH, this position will serve as the subject matter expert for multiple high-dollar ARC (Accelerated Root Cause) investigations, recreate the mode of failure by replication the conditions at the project site where the complaint occurred, identify the root cause, implement corrective actions, and verify those actions were successful in solving the problem. Responsible for independently designing DOEs (Design of Experiment) to structure to recreate the failure. Complete ownership and responsibility for all quality projects that support the P&M Global business unit for both liquid and powder. Once root cause is identified, and corrective actions have been implemented and verified, this role would be responsible for submitting the work as a Continuous Improvement Project so savings can be captured. Additionally, this position is responsible for traveling to key customer project sites where complaints or failures are occurring so information can be obtained directly from the project site including samples, environmental information, application info, etc. Travel will occur on an "as required" basis based on the size of the complaint, overall risk, specific key customers, and exposure to the P&M organization. This travel will be mostly domestic but can occasionally be international so the candidate would need a valid passport and the ability to travel internationally if required.The ARC Group Leader will report directly to the Sr. Quality Manager of Innovation and Strategy. They will be responsible for managing a technician who will assist them in running various experiments to support driving towards root cause on various complaints. The intent for the role would be to expand and grow the pool of direct reports as the value is shown for this position. In other words, the intent is for the number of direct reports for this role to expand so they would also need to be comfortable overseeing a team of technicians/chemists. Here, we believe there’s not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there’s a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. We’ll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show! 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 commute—it 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. Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. 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.