Manufacturing Engineer

3M; Cynthiana (KY); On-site; USD 82,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

3M is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in an on-site role at our Cynthiana, KY location. You will collaborate with global 3Mers to identify improvements that boost safety, quality, service, and productivity while supporting daily operations.

You will lead capital projects from concept to completion, analyze defects with root-cause methods, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes, equipment, and documentation. Expect some night/weekend work as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a science or engineering discipline (completed and verified prior to start).
• Experience in a Manufacturing Engineer role, especially with process equipment.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects from planning through execution.
• Experience with capital planning, budget management, and project delivery.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement, Lean, or Six Sigma methods.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Data analysis experience with tools such as Excel, Minitab, and SQL.
• Experience creating presentations in PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of robotics, vision systems, and PLC programming.
• A self-motivated, team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement improvements that enhance safety, quality, service, and productivity.
• Partner with production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot equipment and reduce downtime.
• Lead process and equipment improvement initiatives from concept through execution.
• Develop capital project justifications and manage projects to successful completion.
• Support daily manufacturing operations, including EHS activities, Management of Change (MOC), OEE analysis, and performance improvement efforts.
• Investigate defects and process variation using root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methods.
• Lead Continuous Improvement projects and clearly communicate priorities, timelines, and progress.
• Create and maintain process standards and operational documentation.
• Provide engineering support for assigned manufacturing areas, including occasional nights and weekends as needed.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean Six Sigma

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in science or engineering

Tools

Excel

Minitab

SQL

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title

Manufacturing Engineer

Collaborating 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 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 in this Role

As a Manufacturing Engineer 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

• Identify and implement improvements that enhance safety, quality, service, and productivity.
• Partner with production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot equipment and reduce downtime.
• Lead process and equipment improvement initiatives from concept through execution.
• Develop capital project justifications and manage projects to successful completion.
• Support daily manufacturing operations, including EHS activities, Management of Change (MOC), OEE analysis, and performance improvement efforts.
• Investigate defects and process variation using root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methods.
• Lead Continuous Improvement projects and clearly communicate priorities, timelines, and progress.
• Create and maintain process standards and operational documentation.
• Provide engineering support for assigned manufacturing areas, including occasional nights and weekends as needed.

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).

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

• Experience in a Manufacturing Engineer role, especially with process equipment.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects from planning through execution.
• Experience with capital planning, budget management, and project delivery.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement, Lean, or Six Sigma methods.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Data analysis experience with tools such as Excel, Minitab, and SQL.
• Experience creating presentations in PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of robotics, vision systems, and PLC programming.
• A self-motivated, team-oriented mindset .

Location

On-site Cynthiana, KY

Travel

Travel: Up to 10% domestic and international

Relocation Assistance: May be authorized

Legal Authorization

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

Supporting Your Well‑being

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

Applicable to US Applicants Only: The expected compensation range for this position is $81,983 - $100,202, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.

Good Faith Posting Date Range 09/28/2026 To 10/28/2026 Or until filled

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Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.

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.

Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/

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