Automotive Aftermarket Laboratory Manager

3M•Maplewood, MN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

AAD Laboratory Leader - Filler, Adhesive, Sealants and Coatings Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a diversity of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers. This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career. The Impact You’ll Make on this Role As Filler, Adhesive, Sealants and Coatings Laboratory Technical Manager , you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by: Lead and inspire a globally diverse talented team of product developers and engineers in Automotive Aftermarket Division FACS laboratory, fostering a culture of innovation, customer centricity, collaboration, and excellence. Empowering teams to deliver complex cross-functional programs having critical importance to the organization and our customers including creation of new products and technologies, customer applications, product maintenance and cost reductions and product line extensions. Develop a R&D strategy, build the portfolio NPI pipeline, technology roadmap and ensuring alignment with the business’ overall growth objectives. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the R&D team, fostering professional growth and development. Leverage customer insights and voice of customers into the product development process, creating products that not only meet market needs but exceed customer expectations. Collaborate with stakeholders across the business, including Marketing, Manufacturing and Sales, to ensure seamless product integration, launch, and commercial success. Build deep collaborations with our internal and external partners to facilitate building and transferring new technology platforms to enable future growth. Championing IP strategies to protect 3M’s products and technologies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution
Seven (7) or more years of experience with new product commercialization projects in a private, public, government or military environment.
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or higher in a Science or Engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
Collaborative interpersonal style with experience in leading teams.
Experience with new product development, commercialization, spec-in.
Experience in AOEM requirements.
Demonstrated track record in significant contributions to an organization through growth initiatives.
Strong communication skills, proven ability to develop and maintain productive networks within the 3M technical community with demonstrated ability to influence.

Responsibilities

Lead and inspire a globally diverse talented team of product developers and engineers in Automotive Aftermarket Division FACS laboratory, fostering a culture of innovation, customer centricity, collaboration, and excellence.
Empowering teams to deliver complex cross-functional programs having critical importance to the organization and our customers including creation of new products and technologies, customer applications, product maintenance and cost reductions and product line extensions.
Develop a R&D strategy, build the portfolio NPI pipeline, technology roadmap and ensuring alignment with the business’ overall growth objectives.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the R&D team, fostering professional growth and development.
Leverage customer insights and voice of customers into the product development process, creating products that not only meet market needs but exceed customer expectations.
Collaborate with stakeholders across the business, including Marketing, Manufacturing and Sales, to ensure seamless product integration, launch, and commercial success.
Build deep collaborations with our internal and external partners to facilitate building and transferring new technology platforms to enable future growth.
Championing IP strategies to protect 3M’s products and technologies.
Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.
Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.