Manufacturing Technology Specialist

3M Vietnam; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 124,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

3M is seeking a Manufacturing Technology Specialist for its Little Rock, AR site. This role focuses on identifying process and equipment deficiencies, leading improvements, and guiding maintenance practices to enhance uptime and yield.

The position requires strong project leadership and cross-site collaboration within a heavy industrial environment. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree or higher with relevant experience, or a high school diploma plus extensive industrial background in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, manufacturing or related field with 5 years of relevant experience.
• Or a high school diploma/GED with 10 years of industrial experience in mining or heavy industry.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate manufacturing process and equipment deficiencies and drive solutions.
• Provide guidance and leadership on best practices for equipment operation and maintenance.
• Support work order planning and capital project justifications.
• Determine equipment improvement priorities and path for repair or replacement.
• Use data-based tools to support recommendations and drive actions.
• Lead operational excellence and drive improvements in plant performance and yield.
• Collaborate across multiple sites and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Engineering

Manufacturing

Heavy industry

Equipment maintenance

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field

High School Diploma or GED + 10 years industrial experience

Tools

Crushing equipment

Screening equipment

Mining equipment

Job description

Job Description

Job Title

Manufacturing Technology Specialist

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 is 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 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

• Identifying and evaluating manufacturing process and equipment deficiencies, drive solutions and determine priority and implement a path to execution.
• Providing guidance, leadership to plant level personnel in best practices for process and equipment operation as well as preventative maintenance.
• Providing support towards work order planning and capital project justifications.
• Determine equipment improvement priority levels and best path for resolving including repair or replacement.
• Using data-based tools and methodologies to support their recommendations and be expected to drive appropriate actions.
• This position has responsibilities to utilize their expertise and project leadership skills to drive substantial improvements in process performance and equipment uptime.
• Leading operational excellence at our Little Rock, AR site through conscientious management and decisive actions in environment, health, safety, quality, manufacturing, cost, and employee relations.
• Leads and supports projects that have high impact on plant performance and yield.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple sites.

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 (completed and verified prior to start) AND Five (5) years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Engineering or manufacturing technical field in a private, public, government, or military environment AND Five (5) years' experience in heavy industrial operations including equipment maintenance.

OR

• High School Diploma or GED (completed and verified prior to start) AND ten (10) years in industrial experience in a mining location in a private, public, government, or military environment

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

• Prior experience in mineral processing, manufacturing process & maintenance of heavy equipment.
• Experience with mining operations and related crushing and screening equipment
• Experience engaging with production and maintenance organizations.
• Self-starter/self-directed that leads with high energy and passion.
• Demonstrated experience in project management.
• Ability to work with cross functional teams and across multiple functions and disciplines.
• Effective facilitation, communication, and teaching skills.
• Ability to understand and apply analytical and statistical tools.
• Experience and certification with Lean Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Experience in operational excellence, lean implementation, and financial accounting.
• Experience in Mining or heavy industrial applications

Work location:

• Work Location: This role follows the on-site working model at Little Rock, AR

Travel: May include up to 15% domestic

Relocation: May be authorized

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 $124,127 - $151,710, 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 10/19/2026 To 11/18/2026 Or until filled

All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.

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/

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.