The role of the Blender I position is to tint colour paints and lacquers and mix the stains, according to the given recipe, production specifications and schedules. The whole blending process must be done in accordance with minimization of wastes and losses, and Company safety and housekeeping rules.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  Tints the materials according to the given recipe. Reports mistakes if they occur.      Retains samples and keeps batch data for future reference.

  Keeps workplace and surrounding areas tidy.

  Keeps all machinery (facility equipment) clean and in working condition. Reports faulty equipment to Blending Supervisor / Facility Manager.

  Maintains safe operating procedures through complete knowledge of safety rules and lab procedures.         Establishes and maintains effective relationships with those in their line of work.

  Follows all waste management procedures.

  Reworks / adjusts returned materials from customers, under instruction from Blender II or III.        Operates and maintains the Corob / Dromont tinting machine.

  Movement of raw materials between the warehouse and colour laboratory.        May be involved in deliveries to the customer (Facility dependent)

  Other tasks as given by Blender II, Blender III, Blending Supervisor or Facility Manager.

POSITION CHALLENGES:

  Ensuring safety of all operations

  Respect planning, directives and deadlines

  Communicating effectively with coworkersand understanding their requirements

  Responsible for ensuring the quality of the colours, stains, solvent and waterborne pigment lacquer.

About the Company

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

Eligibility to Work You will need to provide proof of right to work. It is a condition of any offer of employment we make to you that you have the permission to work in the country for the role for which you are applying for.

Equal Opportunity Employer An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other protected characteristic prohibited by law.

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.