Manufacturing Engineer

3M; Minnesota; On-site; USD 122,292 - 149,468; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid absences

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Hutchinson, MN is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer who will play a vital role in improving processes and ensuring efficiency. Candidates should have at least a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related STEM field and a minimum of two years of relevant experience. You will support safety improvements, lead projects, and resolve customer complaints. The total compensation is competitive, including base pay and incentives, and relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or other manufacturing STEM degree.
• Two years of experience in Product, Process, Quality, and/or Manufacturing Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support EHS improvements and lead value stream projects.
• Drive improvements in safety, quality, service, and cost.
• Provide daily production support and troubleshooting.

Skills

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Lean manufacturing

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Title

Manufacturing Engineer

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 other curious, creative 3Mers.

Job Description

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.

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. Manufacturing engineering at 3M Hutchinson is fast‑paced and high impact. There is a wide variety of products and process technologies to gain experience and expertise. Here, you will make an impact by

• Actively supporting EHS improvements.
• Leading value stream improvement projects.
• Driving improvements in safety, quality, service, and cost for manufacturing lines and associated products.
• Supporting rapid resolution of customer complaints, including timely response, and implementation and communication of corrective actions.
• Providing daily production support and troubleshooting for assigned products and manufacturing operations, including occasional availability on nights and weekends as needed.
• Working with cross‑functional teams to launch new product introduction.
• Improving manufacturing operations using continuous improvement and project management tools.

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 Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or other manufacturing STEM degree (completed and verified prior to start).
• Two (2) years experience in Product, Process, Quality, and/or Manufacturing Engineering in a private, public, government or military environment (internships included).

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

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited university.
• Five (5) years experience in Manufacturing Engineering roles.
• Experience with processes that involve film/web handling.
• Proficiency in the use of statistical tools and data analysis in problem solving.
• Experience in applying lean manufacturing concepts and methodologies to manufacturing.
• Leadership with driving quality improvement and cost reduction projects.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize workload.

Work Location

Hutchinson, MN

Travel: May include up to 5% domestic/international

Relocation Assistance: May be authorized

Legal Requirements

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

Benefits and Compensation

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 $122,292 - $149,468, 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/.

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

EEO Statement

3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Application Instructions

Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.