Manufacturing Technologist

As a Manufacturing Specialist at 3M, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse team of innovative professionals to drive process improvements and ensure high-quality products.

The Impact You'll Make:

• Lead the team to identify and implement manufacturing process controls to optimize efficiency and productivity.
• Foster and develop new characterization methodologies to improve processes and reduce costs.
• Identify, lead, and implement continuous improvement projects targeting cost reduction, cycle time, and quality improvements.
• Oversee site analytical equipment, including SEM, XRD, and X-ray (2D/3D), to ensure accurate and reliable results.
• Develop and implement automated processes to support production and improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with state and internal rules and regulations for radiation safety of x-ray equipment and serve as a site Radiation Safety Officer.
• Engage with the customer base as the site subject matter expert in process and materials.
• Contribute to the Site Leadership Team as a direct contributor.

Your Skills and Expertise:

• PhD in Chemical, Ceramic, or Material Engineering from an accredited institution.
• OR Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemical, Ceramic, or Material Engineering from an accredited institution with three (3) years of Production Management, Process Management, and/or R&D experience.
• Masters degree or higher in Chemical, Ceramic, or Material Engineering from an accredited university.
• Experience with X-ray Computed Tomography and VG Studio MAX software is a plus.
• Black Belt, Lean, and Six Sigma certification.

Work Environment:

Work location: Clarkston, GA.

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.

Responsibilities:

Corporate policies, procedures, and security standards must be complied with while performing assigned duties.

Our Approach to Flexibility:

3M's Work Your Way approach puts employees first and drives well-being in ways that enable 3M's business and performance goals.

Pay & Benefits Overview:

3M is an equal opportunity employer. 3M will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.