Cloverdale Paint is the largest family owned and operated paint company in North America. With over 75 Company stores and 150 Authorized Dealers across Canada, Cloverdale Paint has had a special relationship with its customers ever since the company was founded in 1933. That relationship was built on a commitment to exceptional quality in manufactured coatings and superior customer service.
Cloverdale Paint is seeking an ambitious individual for a full-time position with full-time availability at our facility in Winnipeg, MB.
We are looking for someone to work full-time from Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Salary range for this role is from $52,000 to 60,000 annually. Wage is negotiable depending on previous experience.
Reporting to Technical Manager, the employee at this position collaborates with other chemists in synthesis of polymers for coating formulations, monitor production batches and evaluate polymers for different coating applications.
Cloverdale offers a very competitive compensation package and strives to be the Place to Be not only for customers but employees as well.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Company paid benefits – Medical, Dental and Vision
- Annual cost of living salary increases
- Profit-sharing Program
- Family Assistance Program
- Staff Discounts
- Comprehensive training
- A supportive and growth-oriented management team
- A great work environment with collaborative and caring colleague
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Synthesize new polymers or improve existing polymers under supervision of Technical Manager
- Update existing polymer formulations and manufacturing processes to ensure best technological and manufacturing efficiency
- Liaise with Production Department to ensure all formulations issued are accurate and process friendly
- Coordinate with suppliers to keep abreast of new raw materials and technology available to maintain the highest quality formulations and processes
- Update the knowledge and competency by attending relevant training available related to the paint industry
- Ensure good time management to provide timely results when managing multiple priorities
- Maintain comprehensive records of all project work carried out and provide weekly progress reports
- Ensure that laboratory equipment is properly maintained and constantly improve the standard of housekeeping of the laboratory
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in Organic Chemistry or Polymer Chemistry
- Higher degree in Chemistry is preferred
- Previous work experience working in a paint manufacturing lab environment will be an advantage
- Ability to communicate effectively in cross-functional teams as well as with internal and external customers
- Willingness to learn and respect group members
- Committed, dedicated and a team player
- Excellent listening and communication skills
- Capable of working as part of a team, and individually with minimal supervision
- Computer literate with good knowledge of MS Office suites
- Quick learner and detail oriented
Our employees enjoy excellent work environments, respectful workplaces with credible leadership and receive fair remuneration and annual profit sharing. Be part of a Canadian family owned business and be valued, appreciated and respected!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $52,000.00-$60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Store discount
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you capable of standing for long periods of time?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Paint Manufacturing Lab: 1 year (preferred)
- Paint/Coatings: 1 year (preferred)
- Laboratory: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
