Chemicals & Materials OPT Jobs in Minnesota

INTRODUCTION

As a critical contributor to the GI HR team, you will help drive the execution of our annual HR processes and support daily needs related to HR operations, recruiting & onboarding, employee relations, early career programs, employee engagement, and talent development. You’ll work with employees at all levels, helping create a consistent and positive employee experience while reinforcing strong people practices across the division.

In addition to supporting the GI business, this role is part of the broader PCG HR community—providing exposure across the organization and connecting you with a collaborative network of HR colleagues and leaders. You’ll have access to shared resources, guidance, and expertise across the HR function, making this an ideal role for someone who wants to grow their HR capabilities while supporting a dynamic and diverse business.

This is not a hybrid/remote role and will report to our Downtown Minneapolis, MN offices 5x a week.

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.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.

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.

HR Administration & Compliance

• Maintain data integrity across HR systems (HR Cloud, Kronos, etc.)
• Assist with EEO and annual Affirmative Action Program (AAP) processes.
• Ensure HR practices comply with U.S. and Canadian employment laws and internal policies.
• Prepare and maintain HR reports, metrics, and documentation.
• Assist with Leave of Absence management & tracking.

Employee Relations

• Promote positive employee relations and a safe, productive work environment.
• Respond to employee questions regarding policies, procedures, and HR programs.
• Support and/or conduct investigations and employee relations cases, partnering with HR Manager and Legal when appropriate.
• Provide guidance to supervisors on performance, conduct, corrective actions, and policy application.

Recruitment & Onboarding Support

• Partner with Talent Acquisition by reviewing job descriptions, interviewing candidates, and making hiring recommendations.
• Support onboarding processes, ensuring a smooth transition for new hires and transfers.

Talent Management & Development

• Support performance management cycles, including goal-setting, appraisals, and development planning.
• Partner with HRBPs and Centers of Expertise to execute talent processes and enterprise initiatives.

Employee Experience & Engagement

• Support employee engagement efforts such as survey analysis, focus groups, and follow-up action planning.
• Provide on-site event, program and employee services support as needed.

Program & Project Support

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, HR project work, and change management activities across the GI division.
• Assist in the execution of enterprise-wide HR programs to ensure consistent adoption across US and Canada.
• Provide program support for early talent initiatives, including R&D Internships, Leadership Development Programs, and Technical Services Trainee Programs.

This position is eligible for health benefits, such as medical, dental and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), disability coverage, security, retirement and saving benefits, and more. Additional benefits include a generous time away from work package, including personal leave, paid parental leave, medical leave, vacation, holidays, among other benefits.

Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company’s staff, employees, and business relationships.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have bachelor’s degree or equivalent Academic Degree
• Must have 3-5 years of previous experience in Human Resources or a related field
• Must be knowledgeable in computer systems (Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, and Power Point)
• Must have skills in database management and record keeping
• Must have strong Analytical, reasoning and problem-solving skills

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Have a SHRM-CP certification or equivalent preferred
• Have experience with legal documentation (Wage surveys, Performance appraisals/reviews, etc.)
• Have proficient experience with HR systems
• Have knowledge and application of current HR trends, best practices, and compliance issues
• Have working knowledge of employment law, AAP, performance management practices, and employee relations practices

TRAVEL:

• Up to 20% as needed for meetings, training, or site support