3M · 4 months ago
Manufacturing Engineer (Knoxville, IA)
Knoxville, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$98K/yr - $120K/yr
2+ years exp3M is a global company that supports innovation and collaboration among its employees. The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for Product Life Cycle management, focusing on growth, service, quality, cost, and engagement while supporting new product introductions and improving manufacturing operations.
AutomotiveCleaning ProductsConsultingElectronicsEnterprise SoftwareManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Supporting the development and scale up of key business NPI programs, enabling the launch of new products to drive growth within the site
Identify and champion the execution of high impact value stream improvement opportunities to deliver on critical business capacity, yield, productivity, and customer quality improvement initiatives
Leading cross-functional teams, and proactively communicating project direction and status to appropriate stakeholders
Monitor and improve manufacturing operations using Lean Six Sigma tools and methodology (design of experiments, statistical process control, lean management system, kaizens, DMAIC)
Performing capability assessments and cost estimates for new opportunities
Ownership of identifying and monitoring specifications, test methods, and product standards in support of customer needs and product performance requirements
Support site Quality Management Systems (ISO/IATF) including Change Management (MOC/CMP), customer complaint resolution, CAPA execution, and representing 3M Knoxville during internal and external customer and audits interactions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in an engineering discipline (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution
Preferred
Master's degree or higher from an accredited university
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Industrial Engineering
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience in leading multi-functional teams through complex projects from planning to completion
Experience in supporting new product development and commercialization
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
Excellent communication skills (oral, written and presentation)
Experience in lean manufacturing or Aerospace Industry
Self-starter/self-directed that leads with high energy and passion
Benefits
Medical
Dental & Vision
Health Savings Accounts
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability Benefits
Life Insurance
Voluntary Benefits
Paid Absences
Retirement Benefits
Company
3M is a global company that applies science to life, offering products and solutions across various industries.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2024-03-13Grant· $5M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
William Brown
Chief Executive Officer
John Banovetz
Senior Vice President for Innovation and Stewardship and Chief Technology Officer
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