http://jobs.3m.com/feeds/chemistry-job-istanbul/ Custom RSS Feed for chemistry-job-istanbul Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:23:28 GMT en-us /sites/3m/images/site-3M-logo.png http://jobs.3m.com/feeds/chemistry-job-istanbul/ 720
Organization: Safety & Graphics Business Gro
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Indiana-Indianapolis
Job Type: Experienced

Description

3M Company is seeking an Advanced Chemistry Specialist for the Hearing Protection Business within the Personal; Safety Division of the Safety & Graphics Business Group of 3M

Job Summary:

The right person will be the lead technical/commercial expert in foam materials, chemistries and material technologies for our Product Development Team. In this role you will be directly involved in the exploration of new material chemistries with an emphasis on foam chemistry; expertise in a number of product technology areas, including polyurethane and polyvinyl chloride foam chemistry, foam molding, surface chemistry, polymer and material science, production scale-up and processing; and process technologies that can advance our hearing product lines. In addition you will lead efforts to develop products for targeted new growth markets relevant to our strategic interests.

Additionally you will be responsible for supporting our current product line by understanding all the chemistry/material technologies and the associated processes, interfacing with key personnel both internally and externally. You must be aware of the latest technological developments on a global basis, and also the latest regulatory and safety standards. You are an industry expert that represents 3M externally in key industry organizations/societies.

The position of Advanced Chemistry Specialist will be located in Indianapolis, IN and may include up to 10% travel. Relocation benefits are authorized for this position.

Major Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Manages the Indianapolis Material Sciences R&D group PSD Hearing Protection Division.
- Lead chemical, materials scientist for the Hearing Protection & Communication Products businesses. Understand the chemistries, material science and process technologies for all the products in the Hearing product line, which includes polyurethane foams, polyvinyl chloride foams and thermoplastic elastomers.
- Participates in the identification of consumer problems and in the subsequent ideation of new product concepts. Evaluates the technical feasibility of the product concepts from both the end-user and technical perspective.
- Provides consultation for existing product/business technical support for chemistries, materials and process. Works with colleagues and customers. The incumbent is a resource valued for technical and commercial judgment to protect our current business.
- Communicates the impact of projects and programs to all functions and business management.
- Leads exploration of new chemistries and materials. Responsible for setting the technical and commercial direction for the following chemistry/technology areas:
- Polyurethane and Polyvinyl Chloride Foam Chemistry. (Slow recovery foams)
- Thermoplastic Elastomers.
- Evaluation of New Materials and/or Chemistries
- Translation of Product Chemistry to End-User Needs
- Identifies industry needs and presents new opportunities.
- Understands and anticipates the impact of new product chemistry/technology and/or changes to existing product chemistry on end-use performance, product quality, plant processing and production costs.
- Responsible for monitoring current and new product chemistry/technology practices.
- Mentor. Teaches others regarding our products, processes and laboratory procedures.
- On a project basis, responsible for evaluating our intellectual property and collaborating on the development of appropriate patent strategies.
- Responsible for competitive technology assessment, which includes reverse engineering of competitor’s product and process technology.
- Serves as an external 3M Technical Leader in the Hearing Protection and Communication Products safety industry. Assumes an active leadership role in relevant professional organizations and societies.

Must exhibit a high degree of human relations skills with influencing abilities in order to work effectively with many functions to design, develop, install and implement new products and technologies. Must be able to represent the company externally with respect to new technology development and establish close working relationships with key people in research, manufacturing, marketing, sales, as well as key customer personnel. Demonstrate high credibility with customers and with the industry. Helps guide and train less experienced professionals.

Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.

U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.

To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within 3M that may present access to export controlled technical data, 3M must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).

The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at 3M Company's sole election.
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
- Masters Degree or higher with an accredited university
- Minimum 7 years of product development experience
- Experience working with polyurethane foams

Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in Chemistry or related Materials Science
- Experience working with coating and/or foam chemistries
- Experience in polyurethane foam and/or adhesive formulation
- Combined experience with developing adhesives and/or polymeric foams
- Combined work experience in Hearing Protection and/or Hearing Conservation
- Proven track record of successful product introduction
- Self starter/self directed that leads with high energy and passion
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively manage other professionals
- Ability to work with cross functional teams and across multiple functions and disciplines
- Effective facilitation, communication and teaching skills
- Ability to engage and influence the organization
- Ability to multi-task and handle large workloads under time constraints
- Ability to understand and apply analytical and statistics tools
- Results oriented with strong process and execution skills

About 3M

3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $30 billion in sales, 3M employs about 84,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 65 countries. For more information, visit http://www.youtube.com/user/3M or follow @3MNews on Twitter.

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Sat, 08 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Indianapolis-Specialist-Advanced-Chemist-Job-IN-46201/2477851/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Indianapolis-Specialist-Advanced-Chemist-Job-IN-46201/2477851/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Safety & Graphics Business Gro
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Maplewood
Job Type: Experienced

Description

For more than 100 years, 3M has been a company that delivers both sustainable growth and consistent results. Today is no exception. We are making great progress toward inventing a new future for 3M - a future of faster growth and increased competitiveness, while continuing to deliver superior results.

3M is seeking a Product Development Chemist for the Personal Safety Division.

Job Summary:

The person hired for the position of Product Development Chemist will be responsible for inventing and commercializing new products in the reflective market R&D laboratory at 3M.

Roles and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Research new chemistries and spend substantial time in the laboratory creating new prototypes.
- Excellent analytical skills and an ability to communicate and work well with diverse cross-functional commercialization teams.
- Occasional travel to help with issues in production facilities and/or meet with customers.
- Working knowledge of patents and intellectual property strategy is also important to maximize effectiveness of the new products.
- Other duties as assigned.
Relocation: Relocation is authorized within country per 3M policies.

Location and Travel: The position of Product Development Chemist will be located in Maplewood, MN and may include up to 10% travel.
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree or higher in a science or engineering discipline from an accredited university.
- Minimum of 3 years in new product commercialization.
- Minimum of 3 years experience working in a chemistry lab.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree or higher in Chemistry or Polymer Science.
- Working knowledge of complex polymer systems and additives.
- Experience with statistical design and analysis of chemistry experiments.
- Proven track record of inventing and patenting novel chemistries and products.
- Self starter/self directed that leads with high energy and passion.
- Ability to work with cross functional teams and across multiple functions and disciplines.
- Results oriented with strong process and execution skills.

About 3M

3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $27 billion in sales, 3M employs about 80,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 65 countries. For more information, visit www.3M.com/Careers or follow @3MNews on Twitter.

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Fri, 31 May 2013 07:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Product-Development-Chemist-Job-MN-55106/2528227/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Product-Development-Chemist-Job-MN-55106/2528227/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Safety & Graphics Business Gro
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Maplewood
Job Type: Experienced

Description

For more than 100 years, 3M has been a company that delivers both sustainable growth and consistent results. Today is no exception. We are making great progress toward inventing a new future for 3M - a future of faster growth and increased competitiveness, while continuing to deliver superior results.

3M is seeking a Product Development Engineer for the Personal Safety Division.

Job Summary:

The person hired for the position of Product Development Engineer will be responsible for inventing and commercializing new products in the reflective market R&D laboratory at 3M.

Roles and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Research new chemistries and spend substantial time in the laboratory creating new prototypes. Excellent analytical skills and an ability to communicate and work well with diverse cross-functional commercialization teams.
- Occasional travel to help with issues in production facilities and/or meet with customers.
- Working knowledge of patents and intellectual property strategy is also important to maximize effectiveness of the new products.
- Other duties as assigned.
Relocation: Relocation is available within country, per 3M policies.

Location and Travel: The position of Product Development Engineer will be located in Maplewood, MN and may include up to 10% travel.
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree or higher in a science or engineering discipline from an accredited university.
- Minimum of 3 years experience in new product commercialization.
- Minimum of 3 years experience working in laboratory setting.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree or higher in Chemistry or Polymer Science or from an accredited university.
- Experience working on new product commercialization.
- Cross-function and/or team leadership experience.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience with statistical data analysis and process control.
- Proven track record of inventing and patenting novel chemistries and products.
- Self starter/self directed that leads with high energy and passion.
- Ability to work with cross functional teams and across multiple functions and disciplines.
- Results oriented with strong process and execution skills.

About 3M

3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $27 billion in sales, 3M employs about 80,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 65 countries. For more information, visit www.3M.com/Careers or follow @3MNews on Twitter.

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Thu, 30 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Product-Development-Engineer-Job-MN-55106/2525390/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Product-Development-Engineer-Job-MN-55106/2525390/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Industrial Business Group
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Delaware-Newark
Job Type: Experienced

Description

3M is seeking a Supervisor Production Manufacturing for Aearo Technologies, LLC in Newark, DE. Be part of what’s next!

Job Summary:

The person hired for the position of Process Chemist will be responsible for overseeing the Foam Making production process during 2nd shift operations.

Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Direct the urethane foam machine process and develop methods to improve the quality and cost of materials through process and chemistry improvements
- Make adjustments to the process during production to ensure products are made within customer specifications
- Assist in the development of both improved or new production applications and process improvements
- Understand analytical testing methods used by both internal and external sites, as well as knowledge of usual customer specifications, tolerances and requirements
- Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot, identify, and resolve non-routine problems with complex and technical equipment
- Adapt different techniques to deal with variations in conditions
- Provide direct supervision to assigned employees through leadership, coaching, training and development, allocating work assignments, review of progress in achieving objectives, managing employee compensation and performance appraisals. Supervise and train employees on all aspects of the manufacturing process and operations to provide customers with quality product
- Plan, schedule and coordinate Foam Making production
- Coordinate plant safety, OSHA, and environmental concerns following 3M EHS Guidelines.
- Perform complex research and analysis and ensure compliance with established manufacturing principles
- Maintain departmental budgets within prescribed levels.
- Participate in site trained Hazardous Materials Response (HAZMAT) team
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a an engineering or science discipline
- Minimum of three years experience working in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications:
- Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- Minimum of three years supervisory experience
- Previous experience with urethane foam chemistry
- Previous experience with coating and web handling equipment
- Experience working with hazardous materials
- Excellent communications both oral and written
- MS Office proficiency

Location: Newark, DE

Travel: May include up to 10 % Travel (domestic/global)
Relocation: Is authorized within Country per 3M relocation Policy

About 3M Aearo Technologies

Aearo Technologies, LCC - a 3M Company - is a leader in providing engineered system solutions using a wide array of proprietary materials to control excess noise, vibration, shock, and thermal energy. The Newark facility manufactures technologically advanced energy control materials.

http://www.earsc.com/

About 3M

3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $30 billion in sales, 3M employs about 88,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 70 countries. Be part of what’s next! Join 3M – follow us @3MCareers and learn more at YouTube.com/3MCareers.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status)

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Tue, 18 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Newark-Supervisor-Production-Manufacturing-%28Newark%2C-DE%29-Job-DE-19702/2674857/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Newark-Supervisor-Production-Manufacturing-%28Newark%2C-DE%29-Job-DE-19702/2674857/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Consumer Business Group
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Maplewood
Job Type: Experienced

Description

3M Consumer Health Care (CHC) is seeking a Senior Product Development Specialist to be an expert in formulating skin adhesives and polymers, to support new product introduction and assist in problem-solving associated marketed product support.

Roles and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Formulating a variety of skin care products from concept to finished product.
- Utilize and follow relevant legal requirements, regulations and product development standards
- Assist in the scale-up of approved formulations, to include identification of critical process variables.
- Help establish product specifications and generate compounding procedures.
- Research product formulations and properties and interactions of raw materials.
- Remain up to date and current on trends in the retail market and trends on formulations materials, ingredients, etc.
-
Working knowledge of FDA regulations, and cGMPs

Location:

This position is located at 3M’s World Headquarters in St. Paul, MN. Relocation assistance is not currently authorized.
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in a science or engineering discipline from an accredited University
- Minimum of 3 years experience in formulating products.

Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Polymer Science from an accredited university.
- Previous experience in skin polymers or cosmetic chemistry
- Previous experience in medical device and/or drug development
- Proven knowledge of available raw materials, pigments, emulsions, powders and their suppliers
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong networking skills
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-disciplinary team environment.

About 3M:

3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $29 billion in sales, 3M employs about 84,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 65 countries. For more information, visit www.3M.com or follow @3MNews on Twitter.

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Senior-Product-Development-Specialist-Consumer-Health-Care-Job-MN-55106/2610781/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Senior-Product-Development-Specialist-Consumer-Health-Care-Job-MN-55106/2610781/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Industrial Business Group
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Maplewood
Job Type: Experienced

Description

For more than 100 years, 3M has been a company that delivers both sustainable growth and consistent results. Today is no exception. We are making great progress toward inventing a new future for 3M - a future of faster growth and increased competitiveness, while continuing to deliver superior results.

3M is seeking a Product Development Engineer for the Interam® Business Unit – Industrial & Transportation Business, Automotive Division.

Job Summary:

The position of Product Development Engineer will develop new products for the Automotive Emission Control Industry, while developing IP in the area of emission control devises. This role will have involvement in developing new materials to meet industry requirements and leading cross functional development teams.

The Product Development Engineer will be responsible for but not limited to the following specific duties:
- Development of inorganic materials for high temperature Interam® Mat Mount products.
- Cooperation with external and internal partners on development, scale-up and qualification of materials.
- Development and scale-up of new Interam® mat products with superior performance and cost/price.
- Develop in-depth understanding of customer requirements and materials needs for mat mount & Insulation solutions.
- Develop in-depth understanding of prior art and competitive technologies.
- Network and cooperate with 3M internal experts and external partners.
- Interface with universities and institutes.
- Leadership in project planning and management.
- Work closely with cross functional teams.
Relocation: Relocation is authorized for this position and plans can vary. For more information on the relocation plan for this position, please contact the internal contact listed on the requisition.

Location and Travel: The position of Product Development Engineer will be located in Maplewood, MN and may include up to 10% travel.
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
- Currently in the last year of pursuing or already possess a PhD from an accredited university.

Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in Inorganic Chemistry, Material Science and/or Ceramics from an accredited university.
- 3+ years of industrial experience related to product development and commercialization.
- Previous internship or co-op in the automotive industry.
- Research & Development experience with inorganic chemistry, materials development and/or inorganic materials.
- Project leadership and communication skills.
- Knowledge of new product commercialization and intellectual property processes.
- Strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills.
- New product commercialization and innovation experience.
- Automotive industry knowledge and experience.
- Non-woven process experience.
- Knowledge and experience in papermaking technology.
- Sol Gel fiber material and process knowledge experience.

About 3M

3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $27 billion in sales, 3M employs about 80,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 65 countries. For more information, visit www.3M.com/Careers or follow @3MNews on Twitter.

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Wed, 22 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Product-Development-Engineer-Job-MN-55106/2504292/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Product-Development-Engineer-Job-MN-55106/2504292/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Safety & Graphics Business Gro
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Maplewood
Job Type: Experienced

Description

For more than 100 years, 3M has been a company that delivers both sustainable growth and consistent results. Today is no exception. We are making great progress toward inventing a new future for 3M - a future of faster growth and increased competitiveness, while continuing to deliver superior results.

3M is seeking a Product Development Textile Engineer for the Personal Safety Division.

Job Summary:

The person hired for the position of Product Development Textile Engineer will be responsible for inventing and commercializing new products in the reflective market R&D laboratory at 3M.

Roles and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Research new textiles, chemistries, and materials.
- Spend substantial time in the laboratory and working with external vendors creating new prototypes.
- Excellent analytical skills and an ability to communicate and work well with diverse cross-functional commercialization teams, both inside and outside the company.
- Travel occasionally to help with issues in our production facilities and/or meet with vendors.
- Working knowledge of patents and intellectual property strategy is also important to maximize effectiveness of the new products.
- Other duties as assigned.
Relocation: Relocation is authorized within country per 3M policies.

Location and Travel: The position of Product Development Textile Engineer will be located in Maplewood, MN and may include up to 10% travel.
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree or higher in a science or engineering discipline from an accredited university.
- Minimum of 3 years combined working industry experience with woven or nonwoven materials.
- Minimum of 3 years experience working in laboratory setting.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree or higher in Biology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Polymer Science or Textile Engineering from an accredited university.
- Minimum of 5 years experience working in textile industry.
- Experience working on new product commercialization.
- Cross-function and/or team leadership experience.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience with statistical data analysis and process control.
- Self starter/self directed that leads with high energy and passion.
- Ability to work with cross functional teams and across multiple functions and disciplines.
- Results oriented with strong process and execution skills.

About 3M

3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $27 billion in sales, 3M employs about 80,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 65 countries. For more information, visit www.3M.com/Careers or follow @3MNews on Twitter.

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Thu, 30 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Product-Development-Textile-Engineer-Job-MN-55106/2525391/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Product-Development-Textile-Engineer-Job-MN-55106/2525391/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Consumer Business Group
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Maplewood
Job Type: Experienced

Description

3M is seeking a Product Engineer for the Stationery & Office Supplies Division located in St. Paul, MN. Be part of what’s next!

Job Summary:

3M's Stationery & Office Supplies Division (SOSD), a leading supplier of innovative products and solutions for the home and office, is currently seeking a dynamic, self-motivated Product Engineer to manage and support two strategic, high-growth product platforms. The ideal candidate will need to work cross-functionally with product development, marketing, manufacturing, quality, and product responsibility to grow these businesses, while ensuring product quality is maintained.

Roles and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Monitor product quality on an ongoing basis with suppliers.
- Lead management of change (MOC) activities necessitated by changes to raw materials, product/process design and/or suppliers.
- Lead the development of product line extensions through new product introduction (NPI) and support product developers in the launch of new products.
- Respond to vendor issues by resolving problems and making decisions regarding the disposition of non-conforming product.
- Create, update and manage product specifications, vendor specifications and deviations needed for product production.
- Lead product and process understanding (PPU) activities for new technologies and high growth product areas.
- Support lab quality management in the development and execution of product audits and related product testing.
- Responsibility for complaint analysis and recommend product changes as needed.
- Work with tech aides and technicians to complete testing and deliver results to cross-functional teams fast and effectively.
- Other duties as assigned.
Relocation: Domestic relocation is not authorized within country per 3M's relocation policies.

Location and Travel: The position of Product Engineer will be located in Maplewood, MN and may include up to 10% travel.
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a science or engineering discipline from an accredited university
- Minimum of 5+ years experience in a product engineering role

Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Material Science or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university
- Minimum of 5+ years manufacturing environment experience
- Previous experience managing vendors, leading management of change projects, addressing product quality concerns and developing product line extensions
- Previous experience driving cross functional projects to completion
- Previous experience working with cross-functional teams
- Previous experience leading cross-functional teams
- Strong project communication and presentation skills
- Experience working with hot melt adhesives, water based adhesives, adhesive coating processes, film extrusion processes, primers, and release chemistries
- Experience working with consumer products and customers
- Experience working with statistics
- Broad technical network
- Strong computer skills with Excel and Minitab
- Experience with quality systems
- Experience with 3M’s quality and standards systems

About 3M

3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $30 billion in sales, 3M employs about 88,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 70 countries. Be part of what’s next! Join 3M – follow us @3MCareers and learn more at YouTube.com/3MCareers.

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Fri, 07 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Product-Engineer-Job-MN-55106/2649529/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Product-Engineer-Job-MN-55106/2649529/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Industrial Business Group
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Texas-Houston
Job Type: Experienced

Description

3M has an opportunity for a Technical Sales Representative to manage a large territory based in Houston, TX.

3M has been supplying products to the Oil and Gas business for over 50 years. Today, nearly 10,000 3M products are available into every corner of the industry - from exploration and production to transportation, refining and marketing.

3M Oil and Gas offers you a wealth of practical and proven applications that you can put to work right now, to make your workplace more productive, more efficient and safer. Even more important, we are connecting 3M's vast technology portfolio to find innovative ways of solving tomorrow's most difficult application challenges.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Achieves sales objectives by providing independent sales coverage of assigned accounts or within assigned territory
- Position intended for individuals experienced in sales and who have demonstrated effective use of selling skills and have consistently achieved or exceeded forecast over a sustained period of time
- Primarily, manages sales territory with periodic supervision and assistance
- When necessary, requests or receives assistance in handling situations which require either greater or different experience or knowledge as needed

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status)
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Bachelor degree from an accredited institution is required
- Minimum of 3 years of Oil and Gas Industry sales experience is required

Preferred Qualifications:
-
Bachelor degree or higher in Chemistry and/or Engineering is preferred
-
A record of dealing with the senior management of large companies is preferred
-
7 years of sales experience, including selling to the oil and Gas Industry, is preferred

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Fri, 31 May 2013 08:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Houston-Technical-Sales-Representative-Oil-&-Gas-Houston-Market-Job-TX-77001/2578131/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Houston-Technical-Sales-Representative-Oil-&-Gas-Houston-Market-Job-TX-77001/2578131/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Corporate Staff Groups
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Maplewood
Job Type: Entry Level

Description

3M is seeking a Safety Engineer within the Corporate Research & Development Division.

Roles and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Helping assess safety and health risks associated with new or significantly changing processes, equipment and chemistries.
- Helping draft and provide defensible EHS guidance on wide variety of issues.
- Development and delivery of training content.
- Measurement and management of EHS metrics.
- Create and manage control plans to ensure existing EHS processes continue to function well, and future gains are made.
- Participation in EHS audits, inspections, and assessments.
- participation in EHS-related projects spanning multiple business units.
- Possess strong problem-solving abilities and communication skills. Flexibility and the drive to make systems work are essential.
- Other duties as assigned.
Relocation: Domestic relocation is not authorized within country per 3M's relocation policies.

Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.

U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.

To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within 3M that may present access to export controlled technical data, 3M must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).

The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at 3M Company's sole election.

Location and Travel: The position of Safety Engineer will be located in Maplewood, MN and may include up to 10% travel.
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
- Currently posses or in final semester of Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering discipline from an accredited university
- Undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale

Preferred Qualifications:
- Currently posses or in final semester of Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety or Industrial Hygiene from an accredited university
- Previous experience as a 3M Intern or Technical Aide OR internship with a manufacturing company
- Minimum of 1+ year of experience working in an Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) capacity
- Previous chemistry experience
- Previous research and development operations experience
- Completed (24+ hr) HAZWOPER - Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response certification hours
- Excel and PowerPoint expertise
- "Hands on, self starter" orientation to their work
- Broad interests and willingness to explore new areas
- Possess superior interpersonal skills and demonstrated leadership skills
- Ability to work well in multi-disciplinary teams
- Independent, high energy, positive approach
- Strong computer skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

About 3M

3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $30 billion in sales, 3M employs about 88,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 70 countries. Be part of what’s next! Join 3M – follow us @3MCareers and learn more at YouTube.com/3MCareers.

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Fri, 14 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Safety-Engineer-Job-MN-55106/2601351/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Safety-Engineer-Job-MN-55106/2601351/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Consumer Business Group
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Georgia-Dalton
Job Type: Experienced

Description

3M is seeking a Sales Representative for the Protective Materials Business, part of 3M's Home Care Division.

3M's Home Care Division is looking for an experienced Sales Representative to represent our Scotchgard Protector products to the Carpet Industry, based out of Dalton, Georgia.

The person will be responsible for covering specific key accounts, working closely with an established Carpet team, building relationships at all levels of within the assigned accounts, as well as within the industry.

Job Summary:

Achieves sales objectives by providing sales coverage of assigned accounts or within assigned territory.

Position intended for individuals that have a science major/or minor as well as sales experience. This individual will have demonstrated effective use of selling skills, while being comfortable with chemistry, mechanical concepts, trouble shooting and the ability to communicate product needs internally, as well as introducing 3M materials externally.

Primarily, manages sales territory with periodic supervision and assistance. When necessary, requests or receives assistance in handling situations which require either greater or different experience or knowledge as needed.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Establishment and Achievement of Objectives:

Effectively manages assigned territory. Understands sales goals and establishes self directed sales coverage with manager's assistance. Develops tactics and coordinates efforts to fulfill quarterly and annual objectives. Recommends adjustments and reassessments to business plan and establish new objectives. Achieves annual sales targets and objectives.

2. Sales and Marketing:

Applies business unit marketing policies, procedures and plans. Utilizes selling process to achieve sales results. Demonstrates and trains internal and external customers on product applications. Represents business unit products and services to customers and prospects. Provides appropriate sales support services to customers and distributors, with additional support as required from internal resources. Proactively reports all new or unusual pertinent market conditions, competitive activities, and product performance information to supervisor. Interacts with business groups and/or business management to identify target audiences and provide input to a communications plan that delivers the brand promise to target audiences and builds customer loyalty.

3. Coordination and Planning:

Plans and manages time and resources for effective coverage of territory, communications, and other responsibilities. Observes all budget guidelines.

4. Administration:

Maintains and communicates account and prospect information, maintains company resources, and sales support materials.

5. Leadership:

Exhibits leadership with accounts, prospects and peers. Accepts direction and assumes leadership as appropriate. Asserts ideas and persuades others to action, builds collaboration among team members to address relevant customer/industry issues. Provides direction on priorities and develops a shared vision that stimulates needed changes plus clarifies roles and responsibilities. Position may occasionally be involved with training and mentoring other sales representatives, usually as a co-facilitating role.

6. Development:

Continuously expected to learn and improve skills relative to the market, products, applications, selling, administrative and other skills.

7. Policy:

Applies the business unit's sales policies, practices and procedures.

The job also requires performing other duties as assigned.

Percentages of time spent on job duties are estimates and may vary for each job.

The person hired will reside within the greater Dalton, Georgia area.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status)

No Relocation Authorized
Qualifications

Basic/Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required
- Minimum five years of field sales experience is required

Preferred Qualifications:
- Major/Minor in Chemistry is preferred
- Competency in Chemistry and Mechanical Concepts
- Carpet Industry experience is preferred
- Fully competent in utilizing selling skills
- Ability to influence, communicate, and negotiate across all levels in an organization
- Strong organization skills with the ability to effectively manage time in their selling territory
- Requires strong listening, interpersonal, presentation, planning, administrative and analytical skills
- Requires use of computers, including basic Personal Computer (PC) software, specialized sales software, and on-line sales support systems
- Demonstrates in-depth understanding of product lines, customer segments and their needs, internal functional needs, and competitive products, prices and policies
- Ability to work with little direction and some ambiguity in a virtual office setting
- Experience leveraging working relationships with key people in accounts and/or distributors at all levels is highly desired
- Must influence those contacts to exceed sales objectives
- Represents the company in a manner consistent with 3M's business conduct code and business unit expectations while also promoting the company image

About 3M

3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $27 billion in sales, 3M employs about 80,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 65 countries. For more information, visit http://us.lrd.yahoo.com/SIG=15rp5itg8/http:/cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http://www.3M.com&esheet=6627509&lan=en-US&anchor=www.3M.com&index=1&md5=d97e6d24dbc1a38178e1dde881fface6 or follow @3MNews on Twitter.

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Thu, 30 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Dalton-Sales-Representative-Scotchgard-Protector%2C-Georgia-Job-GA-30719/2629282/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Dalton-Sales-Representative-Scotchgard-Protector%2C-Georgia-Job-GA-30719/2629282/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Corporate Staff Groups
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Maplewood
Job Type: Experienced

Description

3M is seeking a Senior Electrochemist for the Corporate Research and Development Division located in Maplewood, Minnesota. Be part of what’s next!

Job Summary:

The position of Senior Electrochemist is a research and development position involving the development of new materials and technologies for Electrolysers, Fuel Cells, and related electrochemical devices. The focus will be on electrochemical conversion of CO2 to CO or other useful products.

Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Support the development of new methodology for the electrochemical conversion of CO2 into CO and related products.
- Participate in and support other development activities within Fuel Cell Components Group.
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
- Currently in final year or possess a PhD in a science or engineering discipline from an accredited university.
- Current GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Minimum of 1 year combined electrochemistry and/or electrochemical engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Currently in final year or possess a PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Materials Science from an accredited university.
- PhD thesis in Electochemical Engineering and/or Electrochemistry.
- Experience in the development and/or testing of electrochemical devices.
- Experience in the development and/or testing of new materials for electrochemical devices.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and leadership skills including the ability to work well in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Systematic problem solving and data driven decision making skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Location: Maplewood, Minnesota

Travel: May include up to 10%
Relocation: Is authorized

About 3M

3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $30 billion in sales, 3M employs about 88,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 70 countries. Be part of what’s next! Join 3M – follow us @3MCareers and learn more at YouTube.com/3MCareers.

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Mon, 17 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Senior-Electrochemist-Job-MN-55106/2672303/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Senior-Electrochemist-Job-MN-55106/2672303/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Health Care Business Group
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Maplewood
Job Type: Entry Level

Description

3M’s Critical and Chronic Care Solutions Division is seeking an experienced New Product Developer for Skin Care products!

From easy-to-use, effective wound care dressings to innovative skin closure applications, 3M is a leader in providing solutions that are focused on simplifying and improving skin health. As part of 3M Health Care, 3M Skin Health offers an extensive line of products in the areas of skin and wound care, IV therapy, dressing and device secural, and skin closures.

The position of Product Developer located in Maplewood, MN will be responsible for but not limited to the following specific duties:

Primary Responsibilities:
- As a member of a cross-function to develop and commercialize wound care solution based on internal and external technologies, wound care science, and customer needs.
- Leverage intra-division interactions and initiate inter-divisional interactions to develop network of support to facilitate completion of programs.
- Leverage staff groups for special skill sets and novel technology.
- Document, review and generate intellectual property to support business.
- Develop and maintain market awareness through customer and key opinion leader interactions and competitive intelligence.
- Create and maintain product documentation as required.

Skills:
- Demonstrated ability to work within multifunctional teams.
- Creatively and effectively challenges status quo when developing solutions.
- Strong written and oral communication skills to effectively present ideas and concepts.
- Effectively energize others and drive urgency.
- Strong problem solving skills and ability to work independently
Qualifications

Basic/Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering
- Minimum of 1 years of New Product Development experience

Preferred Qualifications:
- MS in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
- 1+ years of experience in medical device product or process

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Thu, 30 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Product-Developer-Job-MN-55106/2525388/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Product-Developer-Job-MN-55106/2525388/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Health Care Business Group
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Maplewood
Job Type: Experienced

Description

3M’s Critical and Chronic Care Solutions Division is seeking an experienced New Product Developer for Skin Care products!

From easy-to-use, effective wound care dressings to innovative skin closure applications, 3M is a leader in providing solutions that are focused on simplifying and improving skin health. As part of 3M Health Care, 3M Skin Health offers an extensive line of products in the areas of skin and wound care, IV therapy, dressing and device secural, and skin closures.

The position of Product Developer located in Maplewood, MN will be responsible for but not limited to the following specific duties:

Primary Responsibilities:
- As a member of a cross-function to develop and commercialize wound care solution based on internal and external technologies, wound care science, and customer needs.
- Leverage intra-division interactions and initiate inter-divisional interactions to develop network of support to facilitate completion of programs.
- Leverage staff groups for special skill sets and novel technology.
- Document, review and generate intellectual property to support business.
- Develop and maintain market awareness through customer and key opinion leader interactions and competitive intelligence.
- Create and maintain product documentation as required.

Skills:
- Demonstrated ability to work within multifunctional teams.
- Creatively and effectively challenges status quo when developing solutions.
- Strong written and oral communication skills to effectively present ideas and concepts.
- Effectively energize others and drive urgency.
- Strong problem solving skills and ability to work independently
Qualifications

Basic/Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering
- Minimum of 1 years of New Product Development experience

Preferred Qualifications:
- MS in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
- 1+ years of experience in medical device product or process development.

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Wed, 05 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-I3-Product-Developer-Job-MN-55106/2535241/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-I3-Product-Developer-Job-MN-55106/2535241/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Health Care Business Group
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Maplewood
Job Type: Experienced

Description

The 3M Food Safety Department Product Development Specialist will develop and optimize culture media used to enrich pathogens and indicator organisms in foods.

Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and formulation of new culture media
- Conduct laboratory testing of new or existing culture media for growth of bacteria, including pathogens
- Work with business and cross functional team members to identify, develop, and commit to key deliverables, timelines and critical issues pertaining to media needs for new product programs.
- Provide technical expertise to optimize and improve formulations and manufacturing processes of existing products
- Work with outsource manufacturers as required to set specifications, evaluate pilot batches, and ensure lot-to-lot consistency of culture media.
- Work with 3M manufacturing to develop plans for global sources of supply for culture media.
- Set up Design of Experiments to understand impact of variables on product performance
- Manage the department's culture collection

Interpersonal Skills:
- Proven ability to build, motivate and lead technical teams and track record of new product introductions.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong problem solving skills and ability to apply business judgment in making decisions.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status)
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Science or Engineering from an accredited University
- Minimum 3 years experience in Product Development
- Minimum 1 year experience formulating culture media
- Minimum 3 years experience in microbial testing

Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Biological Sciences
- Knowledge and experience in the Food Manufacturing Industry
- Minimum 3 years experience in Design of Experiments

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Fri, 07 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Product-Development-Specialist-Job-MN-55106/2540304/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Product-Development-Specialist-Job-MN-55106/2540304/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Industrial Business Group
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Alexandria
Job Type: Experienced

Description

The Abrasives Systems Division is looking for a Product and Process Engineer to be located in Alexandria, MN. Whether you need to grind, blend, polish, sand, prep, cut, clean or repair surfaces, 3M is the source for surface conditioning, coated, bonded, and superabrasives for use in metal fabrication, precision castings, cylindrical grinding, furniture and custom wood, automotive manufacturing, maintenance and more.

This position has responsibility for equipment, processes, and products within the Abrasive Maker value stream. Roles and Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Process engineer with manufacturing ownership for various existing products and new product introductions. Lead process and product quality and cost improvement from making through converting.
- Responsible for responding to non-conforming material, updating all process documentation, unit cost analysis, follow-up on testing/test methods/test equipment issues as they relate to their products, and provides production run coverage as required.
- Provides training and development for operators, process technicians, and operations supervisors within area of expertise and responsibility.
- Utilize LEAN Six-sigma project methodology to drive continuous improvement of product and process control.
- Equipment owner for assigned process equipment, and is responsible for continuous improvement in assigned equipment stability and control.
- Identifies, initiates, recommends, and oversees programs in the area of responsibility to improve product cost, quality, and service as well as process safety and health/environmental impact.
- Responsible for performing and guiding technical activities resulting from approved self-initiated or assigned manufacturing programs leading to innovative improvements and solutions to manufacturing processes.
- Responsible for overall product quality working with cross functional groups to address customer needs.
- Functions as a technical resource and mentor within immediate work group. Promotes and actively participates in programs to enhance organizational effectiveness.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status)
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree of Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or Engineering is required

Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum of three (3) experience in manufacturing environment is preferred
- Experience with Abrasive Making, Coating, Curing and Drying, Mixing and Compounding
- Experience leading cross-functional teams is preferred
- Experience working on projects using the Lean Six Sigma methodology is preferred
- Demonstrated ability to identify, access, and utilize resources (literature, internal experts, query and organize data, etc...

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Sat, 08 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Alexandria-Product-and-Process-Engineer-Job-MN-56308/2591535/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Alexandria-Product-and-Process-Engineer-Job-MN-56308/2591535/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Safety & Graphics Business Gro
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Maplewood
Job Type: Experienced

Description

For more than 100 years, 3M has been a company that delivers both sustainable growth and consistent results. Today is no exception. We are making great progress toward inventing a new future for 3M - a future of faster growth and increased competitiveness, while continuing to deliver superior results.

3M is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Specialist for the Personal Safety Division

The Performance Safety Apparel Regulatory Affairs Specialist manages US standard development activities and approvals and coordinates OUS standard development activities and product approvals for compliant personal safety products.

Core Duties and Responsibilities for the Performance Safety Apparel businesses:

· facilitate and coordinate 3M standard development activities globally

· actively participate in US and ISO standard development

· maintain technical documentation to support approval applications

· coordinate product approvals globally

· develop and maintain proficiency on global product performance test methods

· provide product regulatory and standard interpretation and guidance on compliance as requested.

Location: The person hired for the position of Regulatory Affairs Specialist will be located in Maplewood, Minnesota and relocation benefits are currently {yes} authorized for this position. This position may include up to 25% travel.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree Chemistry, Physics, biology, engineering or other technical degree

· Minimum of 3 years work experience in laboratory, quality, engineering, occupational health and safety, regulatory or technical service functions.

Preferred Qualifications:
· Master of Science EHS, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering degree is preferred

· Minimum of three years of experience with standards writing, regulatory affairs, and/or government affairs/lobbying is preferred

· Minimum of 1 year experience in personal protective apparel or safety equipment is preferred

· Experience working in a committee/consensus environment

· Demonstrated ability to function at both detailed and big-picture levels

· Excellent written and oral communications skills

· Can operate assertively in a committee environment

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Mon, 10 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Regulatory-Affairs-Specialist-Job-MN-55106/2483459/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Regulatory-Affairs-Specialist-Job-MN-55106/2483459/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Safety & Graphics Business Gro
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Maplewood
Job Type: Experienced

Description

3M is seeking a Quality Engineer located in Maplewood, MN. Be part of what’s next!

The Quality Engineer will be responsible for, but not limited to the following specific duties:
- Perform typical Quality Engineering activities to support new product commercialization, such as
- Analyze Voice of Customer, and drive to new product performance specifications;
- Test method development and validation;
- Drive product/ process FMEA’s and other types of risk assessments;
- Coordinate/ perform testing required to support regulatory submissions;
- Develop product quality plans for incoming, semi-finished and finished good testing;
- Maintain product quality documentation;
- Assist with process development, where necessary;
- Manage customer complaints and CAPA process, when necessary
Qualifications

Basic/Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering or other technical degree from an Accredited University is required
- Minimum of three (3) years of quality related experience—either in a R&D (NPD) or plant manufacturing environment is required
- Minimum of one year experience working with statistics (academic or work related) is required

Preferred Qualifications:
- ASQ certified Quality Engineer
- Working knowledge of 3M quality systems
- LSS Green Belt or black belt certified
- Previous experience in retro-reflective products and technologies
- Examples of demonstrated leadership
- Working knowledge of more advanced statistical techniques such as Design of Experiments

About 3M

3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $30 billion in sales, 3M employs about 88,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 70 countries. Be part of what’s next! Join 3M – follow us @3MCareers and learn more at YouTube.com/3MCareers.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status)

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

]]>Wed, 12 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Quality-Engineer-Scotchlite-Reflective-Materials-Job-MN-55106/2658866/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Quality-Engineer-Scotchlite-Reflective-Materials-Job-MN-55106/2658866/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Organization: Industrial Business Group
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Maplewood
Job Type: Experienced

Description

3M is seeking a PhD Product Development Engineer for the Industrial Business Group, Advanced Materials Division.

Job Summary: The person hired for the position of PhD Product Development Engineer will primarily be responsible for providing technical service, new application and new product development, based on ceramics and glass technologies. This individual will work with a cross-functional team to support the growth of the ceramics and specialty additives businesses by identifying new application and product development opportunities in the area of composites.

Roles and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Identify new product development opportunities in the area of composites
- Development of new products based on ceramic and glass technologies
- Collaborate with cross functional team to commercialize the new product

Location: The person hired for the position of PhD Product Development Engineer will be located in St. Paul, MN and relocation assistance will be available within 3M policies. This position may include up to 10% travel.

Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.

U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.

To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within 3M that may present access to export controlled technical data, 3M must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).

The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at 3M Company's sole election.
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
- Currently in the last year of pursuing or already possess a PhD in a science or engineering discipline from an accredited university
- 3.0 GPA minimum on a 4.0 scale (cumulative)

Preferred Qualifications:
- Currently in the last year of pursuing or already possess a PhD in Ceramics, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Materials Science from an accredited university
- Ceramic materials experience
- Glass chemistry experience
- New product development experience
- Project management experience
- Technical team leadership experience
- Strong experimental skills to design, conduct and analyze experiments
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

About 3M

For more than 100 years, 3M has been a company that delivers both sustainable growth and consistent results. Today is no exception. We are making great progress toward inventing a new future for 3M - a future of faster growth and increased competitiveness, while continuing to deliver superior results.

3M Advanced Materials Division uses this process everyday to align our innovative and practical solutions with the needs of our customers all around the world.

Whether investing in resources which locate us closer to our customers or conducting powerful technology reviews which identify uncommon connections, 3M Energy and Advanced Materials is committed to providing meaningful solutions by aligning our resources to customer needs. 3M additive and ingredient technologies are engineered to survive heat, flame, harsh chemicals and bone-crushing pressures. They are used in a variety of demanding applications to reduce part weight, costly resins and VOCs – while enhancing product reliability, performance and customer appeal.

3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $30 billion in sales, 3M employs about 88,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 70 countries. Be part of what’s next! Join 3M – follow us @3MCareers and learn more at YouTube.com/3MCareers.

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Organization: Safety & Graphics Business Gro
Primary Location: USA Region-United States-Minnesota-Maplewood
Job Type: Technical Aide

Description

3M is seeking a Technical Aide for the Personal Safety Division.

For more than 100 years, 3M has been a company that delivers both sustainable growth and consistent results. Today is no exception. We are making great progress toward inventing a new future for 3M - a future of faster growth and increased competitiveness, while continuing to deliver superior results.

Every day, one out of every four people around the world uses a 3M product. That's because every day at 3M, our employees have one thing in mind - to help customers succeed at home, in the workplace, on the go and around the world. Our employees have an uncanny ability to see customer needs and then meet them by drawing on 3M's pool of technology.

This position is a temporary, part-time assignment with 3M's Technical Aide Program. The Technical Aide Program is designed to support the 3M technical community. As a Technical Aide located in the Personal Safety Division, you will assist the 3M technical staff in the performance of their Job Responsibilities. It is a great way to get relevant work experience that complements your education.

Roles and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Sample preparation
- Assist with industrial wash testing
- Physical property testing
- Data entry and analysis
- Assist with lab experiments: chemical mixing and coating

Location: The person hired for the position of Technical Aide will be located at 3M Center, St. Paul, MN; relocation benefits are not authorized for this position. This position does not expect any travel requirements.

This position is PART-TIME and limited to working no more than 32 hours per week and 899 hours per service credit year.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
- Completed at least one semester of a post high school degree program from an accredited college or university OR 3 years of 3M experience as a technician in lieu of the above education requirements

Preferred Qualifications:
- Current overall cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
- Currently enrolled in or a graduate of a Bachelor’s level program in an Engineering and/or Chemistry related discipline with an accredited university
- Completed at a minimum your Freshman year
- Ability to operate sewing machine would be a plus
- Good computer skills and the ability to work independently

About 3M

3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $27 billion in sales, 3M employs about 80,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 65 countries. For more information, visit http://us.lrd.yahoo.com/SIG=15rp5itg8/http:/cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http://www.3M.com&esheet=6627509&lan=en-US&anchor=www.3M.com&index=1&md5=d97e6d24dbc1a38178e1dde881fface6 or follow @3MNews on Twitter.

Employment Statement
Apply now for this exciting opportunity with 3M.
3M is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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