Manufacturing Supervisor

Manufacturing Supervisor

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

• Promoting a safe and sustainable working environment through modeling safe behaviors as well as recognizing and resolving safety related problems.
• Establishing priorities and allocating work assignments in order to meet specific daily production requirements using lean management processes to meet customer expectations.
• Monitoring production rates, yields, and quality of products routinely, communicating results to employees and leveraging continuous improvement tools to improve scheduling, quality, and efficiency.
• Leading, coaching and developing employees through direct supervisor, floor presence, monitoring and coaching of production employees, providing recognition, overseeing training completion, policy administration and participating in hiring processes. May include contingent workers.
• Representing plant leadership team through supporting initiatives across the plant, including but not limited to supervision coverage for alternative shifts, being on‑call and servicing as a primary plant management representative.

• High School Diploma, GED or higher (completed and verified prior to the start) from an accredited institution and a minimum of five (5) years of manufacturing experience in a private, public, government or military environment.
• –OR–
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher (completed and verified prior to the start) from an accredited institution and minimum of two (2) years of manufacturing experience in a private, public, government or military setting.
• One (1) year previous supervisor and/or management experience.
• Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years of manufacturing experience in a private, public, government or military environment.
• Minimum of three (3) years previous supervisor/management experience in a private, public, government or military environment. Experience coaching/mentoring less experienced supervisors.
• Experience leading daily tier management process, leading improvement projects (kaizens), and participation in Six Sigma Green Belt projects.
• Experience being a Manager/Supervisor in a union environment.
• Understanding of DOT regulations.

Wausau, WI (on‑site)

May include up to 5% domestic/international travel.

May be authorized.

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

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.

The expected compensation range for this position is $95,591 - $116,834, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. 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. 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).

All employees are expected to perform assigned duties in compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards. Safety is a core value at 3M; all employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety 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.