Technical Services Site Representative

• Ensure customer product, equipment and service expectations are met
• Carries out all core tasks with a focus on creating value proposition when able/applicable
• Help achieve or exceed sales goals and increase gallon growth.
• Position interfaces with cross functions related to incoming color QC, oversee color quality in production and new color developments which leads to elimination or reduction in customer complaints.
• Position is responsible for training customers on use of color matching equipment and development of colors.
• Work with Tech Services team & other functions (e.g., Sales, R&D, etc.) to proactively eliminate or reduce customer complaints.
• Be available to interact with and support customers, such as taking customer calls when there is an issue or participating in annual customer account plans
• Recommend optimal product or service to customer to drive value selling of product and services
• Maintain customer technical service issues on file for follow-up via Field Service Reports (FSRs) & SFDC logged entries.
• Maintain expertise in equipment use and surface preparation.
• Execute product test runs at designated customer facilities.
• Troubleshoot product quality issues that may occur and implement solutions
• Troubleshoot on-line technical problems such as correcting batches and formulation of products.
• Provide technical support for product demos as directed.
• Assist sales reps and Account Management (KEY, KAM, SAM, GAM) in calling on prospective customers/target accounts
• Maintain contact with laboratory on current technical issues.
• Coordinate technical service issues between SHW facilities and plants, sales reps and product service room. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future
• Must have a valid, unrestricted drivers license.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Must have at least one (1) year coatings experience
• Must have at least one (1) year of “meeting expectations” or better performance appraisals (internal only).
• Must have at least one (1) year experience with Salesforce
• Must be able to tint paint, therefore, must be able to distinguish one or more chromatic colors.
• Must be able to pass a respirator fit test
• Must be able to use a laptop (or tablet)
• Must have at least one (1) year experience with Office Programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, etc. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have Associate or Trade Degree or higher
• Have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher
• Have prior Industrial Coatings experience as Blender, Application Engineering, R&D Lab, Manufacturing Team, Facility or Branch Management, Sales, Collision repair, Refinish Technician, System Operator, Line Manager
   

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

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.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  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.

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