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Environmental Compliance Manager (Cottage Grove, MN)*

3M
September 11, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Cottage Grove, MN
Operations
Role: Environmental Compliance Manager responsible for leading environmental and sustainability compliance at 3M's Cottage Grove site. Core responsibilities include overseeing compliance with environmental regulations, managing incident investigations, tracking obligations, and driving environmental performance and culture. Responsibilities also encompass setting strategic priorities, resource allocation, and employee engagement. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in environmental or related engineering/science, with at least 3 years' experience in environmental health and safety, preferably in chemical manufacturing, including knowledge of environmental regulations and management systems. Leadership experience of at least 1 year; additional preferred qualifications include 5+ years in leadership roles, advanced degrees, and relevant certifications (e.g., CSP, CHMM). High-Value: Focus on chemical manufacturing environment, environmental compliance, sustainability leadership, and site-specific strategic planning. Work setup: On-site at Cottage Grove, MN, with up to 10% travel; willingness to be on-call.