Manufacturing Engineer; Knoxville, IA

Job Description

Job Title
Manufacturing Engineer

The person hired for the position of Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for the safe and efficient manufacturing of a primary process area within the Knoxville, Iowa facility. Primary objective s will be to deliver results in Safety, Service, Quality, Cost, and Engagement.

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:

• Development and implementation of improvements related to safety, quality, service, and cost (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
• Driving cost and productivity improvements by leading Continuous Improvement projects with a variety of toolsets, including standard work development, Lean & Six Sigma methodologies, tier reviews, and kaizens
• Development and implementation of cross‑functional projects, plans, and programs in support of business and strategic plans, new process start‑ups, new process technology integration, aggressive cost reduction, and supply chain improvement using Continuous Improvement tools
• Proactively communicating project direction and status to appropriate personnel
• Engagement and involvement in daily operations to meet service targets, including direction/support of maintenance and division engineering activities
• Realizing growth opportunities by guiding new product introduction efforts and completing experimental runs
• Representing 3M Knoxville during internal and external customer interactions and audits

Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering discipline (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution is required. Additional qualifications that could help you succeed include:

• Master’s degree or higher from an accredited university
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering
• 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 who leads with high energy and passion

• Knoxville, Iowa
• Travel may include up to 5% domestic
• Relocation assistance may be authorized
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status)

Applicable to US Applicants Only: the expected compensation range for this position is $98,964 - $120,957, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible.

Benefits include:
Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, among others.

Safety is a core value  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.

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.