CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS: Product safety procedures- Maintain thorough understanding of U.S. FHSA labeling and U.S. OSHA Hazard Communication Standard Maintain thorough understanding of Sherwin-Williams product safety procedures, including hazard communication practices within the workplace and for downstream customers. Develop written work instructions and standard operating procedures, according to Product Stewardship documentation requirements. As needed, assist Sherwin-Williams Legal Department with potential product safety and product liability matters Product safety business support- Maintain expertise in uses, reasonably foreseeable misuses, and end users of Sherwin-Williams products Provide product safety support and technical guidance to product development and product stewardship teams Conduct product risk assessments, such as LHAMA assessments, in support of product labeling Provide expert level response to internal and customer inquiries regarding physical or chemical hazards of Sherwin-Williams products.. Conduct alternatives assessments, as needed.. Provide product safety and hazard communication training for various stakeholder groups within Sherwin-Williams.. Maintain strong relationships with business Product Stewards, R&D teams, and Marketing teams. Continuous improvement Partner with the Hazard Communication function to improve classification schemas and algorithms within labeling software systems. Lead process or system changes necessary to improve efficiency or accuracy of product safety programs Present product topics to senior leadership, as needed Engage with professional societies to monitor scientific advancements and maintain professional certifications FORMAL EDUCATION: Required: Bachelor's Degree in science or engineering Preferred: Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in science or engineering KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE: Required: 10+ years' experience in similar function 7+ years' experience in similar function if PhD in science or engineering from an accredited institution Experience providing product safety support to product stewardship programs. Preferred: 15+ years' experience in similar function 10+ years' experience in similar function if PhD in science or engineering from an accredited institution Diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Required: Use of a variety of IT applications Experience in paint & coatings or chemical industry Excellent written and verbal communication skills Receptive to feedback Preferred: Experience presenting to external and senior leadership audiences. Project lead of cross functional projects or initiatives Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity, Inclusion and Diversity Supportive Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract. VEVRAA Federal Contractor requesting priority referral of protected veterans.