Manufacturing Systems Engineer

Manufacturing Technology SpecialistCollaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the WorldChoosing 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 Technology 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 capital project justifications.Determine equipment and MES improvement priorities to determine the best path forward for resolution including repair or replacement.Using data-based tools and methodologies to identify improvement recommendations and 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 all four IMP mining plants (Corona, Little Rock, Pittsboro, Wausau) 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) from an accredited institutionFive (5) year(s) of experience in one or more of the following areas: Engineering or manufacturing technical field in a private, public, government, or military environmentFive (5) years of experience in heavy industrial operations including equipment maintenance.Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:Prior experience in mineral processing, manufacturing process & maintenance of heavy equipmentExperience with mining operations and related crushing & screening equipment a plusStrong data and analytics skillsExperience 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/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 and equipmentWork location:Work location: This role follows an on-site working model, requiring the employee to work at least three days a week at the 3M Center in Maplewood, MN. Alternative locations include: Corona (CA), Little Rock (AK), Pittsboro (NC), and Wausau (WI)Travel: May include up to 15% domesticRelocation: May be authorizedMust be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).