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POSITION: TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE (Sonoco)

Posted: 8/21/2025

From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive.

Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. 

While reporting to the Technology Senior Director, you will be responsible for conceiving, designing and testing new adhesive products; conducting trials to ensure that newly developed products are transferred at production at the Sonoco Adhesive Division and commercialized at customer locations.

What you'll be doing:

• Conceive, design and test new adhesive or coating products; conduct trials to ensure that newly developed products are successfully transferred to production at the Sonoco Adhesive Division and commercialized at internal and external customer locations
• Assist sales and business development functions in identifying prospects, conduct technical discovery, and provide assessment on probability of success. Leverage new technologies and new products to new customers, industry segments and markets.
• Utilize analytical troubleshooting and Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other tools to enhance performances of existing products, reduce total manufacturing costs, and improve productivity in support of customers’ business objectives. 
• Support the supply chain management team in identifying and qualifying vendors of raw materials and additives. 
• Keep abreast of novel technologies in adhesive industry. Assess and recommend feasibility of such technical innovations for Sonoco applications.   
• Lead or support quality assurance function in identifying root causes of quality issues, establishing and implementing control changes to provide long-term sustainable improvements at customer locations
• Maintain complete and accurate records on intellectual properties and pursue patent application or trade secrets as appropriate.
• Effectively communicate project status, technical market assessment, and recommendations to all stakeholders.

We'd love to hear from you if:

• Must have a 4 year Bachelor degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Material Science, or other related fields
• A minimum of 5 year experience in formulating water based adhesives; knowledge in paperboard and food grade packaging desirable
• Ability to aggressively attack complex problems and identify feasible or optimal solutions
• Applies creativity and innovation to achieve technical and business objectives
• Ability to simultaneously lead or participate in multiple cross-functional teams in a dynamic, fast paced environment
• Willingness to be an individual contributor, conducting bench or trial work with minimal supervision
• Having good work ethic, can-do attitude, and adaptability    
• Strong oral/written communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to adjust his/her style to various customers and stake holders

Compensation:

The annual base salary range for this role is from $135,600 to $152,550, plus an annual target bonus of 12.5% of base salary.

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POSITION: Regulatory Specialist - Transportation and Energy (3M)

Posted: 8/20/2025

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 wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with 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 in this Role

As a Regulatory Specialist you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

• Lead emerging regulations projects for timely implementation of emerging regulations associated with material compliance
• Executes regulatory intelligence activities including monitoring, assessing and communicating impacts on businesses and products to relevant business, division, corporate, manufacturing, and regulatory body stakeholders
• Collaborate cross-functionally and externally for effective advocacy that advances the Transportation and Energy Vertical Business
• Represent 3M in industry working groups, trade associations, and external forums, supporting the development of regulatory standards and transportation and energy sector advocacy
• Support the division by responding to societal trends and customer concerns relating to product transparency and regulatory compliance which includes NHTSA, TREAD, WARN Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, and Global equivalents
• Interacts closely with Division Risk Management process leader including collaboration on ISO standards related to risk management.
• Interacts with customers and suppliers as needed per Regulatory and Sustainability activities
• Performs other duties as assigned

Your Skills and Expertise  

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a Science or Engineering discipline (completed and verified prior to start)
• Five (5) years combined experience in Product Compliance, Product Stewardship, Sustainability, Materials science, Quality, or Regulatory Affairs role in a private, public, government or military environment
• Three (3) years of project management experience

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Master’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline from an accredited institution
• Experience working with high-risk applications, global customers, global regulatory bodies, and government agencies
• Strong project management skills and proven ability to work independently, manage multiple global projects, have a thirst for learning, and drive for tangible results in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. 
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders, effectively translating complex concepts into clear, understandable ideas.
• Strong public speaking and presentation capabilities; confident working across varied audiences including clients, internal teams, executive leadership, and industry events.
• Exceptional research, analytical, and critical thinking skills; ability to interpret regulatory texts and translate complex information for a broad audience.

Work location: Onsite (Job duties allow for some remote work but will require travel to 3M Maplewood, MN location at least 4 days per week)

Travel: May include up to 5% domestic

Relocation Assistance: Is Not Authorized

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

POSITION: Research Scientist - Adhesives and Coatings

Posted: 8/1/2025

We are seeking a hands-on Research Scientist to lead the development of solvent-based and water-based copolyester adhesives and coatings, specifically for Bostik’s Vitel® copolyester product line. This role supports innovation and product maintenance in food and industrial flexible packaging applications, with a strong focus on customer engagement and cross-functional collaboration.

 Job Dimensions

• Drive new product development and product line maintenance for Vitel® copolyester adhesives and coatings. Applications cover food and industrial markets using this technology.
• Material science and application expertise in the flexible packaging market is necessary.
• Collaborate with regulatory, analytical, supply chain, tech service, sales, and manufacturing teams to support product development and troubleshooting.
• Work productively in the lab to support all R&D projects for the assigned market/technology with accuracy, precision, and responsiveness.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation and present findings to internal teams. Utilize electronic lab notebook.
• Ensure adherence to safety policies, 5S lab practices, and quality protocols.

 Activities

• Execute bench-scale synthesis using condensation polymerization, including safe handling of isocyanates and solvents.
• Design, plan and conduct experiments using design of experiments (DoE) methodology; analyze data and draw actionable conclusions. Work with legal team to review freedom to operate.
• Translate lab results into scalable, commercialized products; support plant-scale production.
• Support internal and external customers with technical guidance, including issue resolution and continuous improvement.
• Complete necessary testing of new ideas and products, leading to the submission of invention disclosures or patents.
• Operate in compliance with site safety EHS policies and quality management systems.
• Follow applicable work instructions or standard operating procedures. Recognize deviations from routines.
• Identify improvements in test methods, validate them, and update work instructions/ standard operating procedures as applicable.

Accountabilities

Product line ownership from R&D perspective and maintenance as well as new product development of copolyester products.

Manage technical projects by completion of lab analyses and pilot trials leading to commercialization of new products. Be a strong team player. Follow stage gate process and manage projects to completion with timeliness.

Lead problem resolution through a thorough understanding of the issue.

Effective and efficient use of Bostik resources and coordination of support from other Bostik functions with responsiveness and a commitment to timelines.

What you’ll Bring

 Basic Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Material Science, or related field.
• 2+ years of industry experience in adhesives or coatings development.

Preferred Skills

• Expertise in polyester synthesis and formulation of water- and solvent-based systems.
• Deep knowledge of polymer chemistry and structure–property relationships.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with statistical analysis, DoE, and stage gate processes.

Additional Details

• ~10–20% domestic travel.
• Requires independent lab work, problem-solving, and close coordination with global R&D.
• Strong emphasis on ethical, safe, and sustainable lab practices.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.  Sponsorship will not be provided.