
Manufacturing Engineering Specialist
3M · Tennessee
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $146k–$178k
- Travel
- 10%
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 16 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at 3M (industrial) in Tennessee. Of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, DMAIC, SPC, DOE
- Base pay
- $146k–$178k
- Day to day
- about 10% travel · relocation help
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How this role compares
Against 32 other live manufacturing postings in Tennessee.
- Base pay
- About 49% above similar roles
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $83k–$134k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 7+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 61%
- New product launch 55%
- Tooling 55%
- Automation 42%
- ✓ Six Sigma 39%
- SolidWorks 36%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Kaizen, DMAIC, DOE, Extrusion, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at 3M
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.
- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- The posting says about 10% travel. Between which sites?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
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The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
As a Manufacturing Engineering 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:
- ◆Responsible for providing process engineering support to all areas of 3M Old Hickory’s manufacturing operations to drive Safety, Quality, Service, and Cost.
- ◆Monitoring and improving manufacturing operations using Lean Six Sigma tools and methodology (design of experiments, statistical process control, lean management system, kaizens, DMAIC).
- ◆Working closely with production and maintenance teams to perform troubleshooting activities and resolve equipment/downtime issues.
- ◆Drive understanding of key customer needs and monitors process capabilities.
- ◆Utilize project management skills to organize and execute projects.
- ◆Supporting self and peer technical growth via continuously learning and applying new skills.
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 in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or other engineering discipline (completed and verified prior to start)
- ✓Seven (7) years of advanced manufacturing experience in a private, public, government or military environment.
- ✓Current, valid Driver’s License.
Additional
that could help you succeed even further in this role include
- ◆Master’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution
- ◆Five (5) years technical experience in polymer extrusion, web handling, fiber spinning, and slitting.
- ◆Skills include the ability to work with and lead cross functional Teams, troubleshoot problems and self-motivating.
- ◆Use of continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean Six Sigma) to provide impact through cost reduction programs, quality improvements, and safety of work environments.
- ◆Communicate written and verbally clearly and concisely and influence changes with operators as well as other plant employees and management team members.
Company Vehicle
This position requires driving a company vehicle, which will require pre-employment and ongoing review of motor vehicle history for candidates who are offered and hired for this position
Responsibilities
of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.
Safety is a core value at 3M. All 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.
Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/
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.
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Job Description
Manufacturing Engineering Specialist
Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World
Choosing 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.
Work location
- •On-Site Old Hickory, TN (Nashville)
Travel: May include up to 10% domestic/international
Relocation Assistance: May be Authorized
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Supporting Your Well-being
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.
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Good Faith Posting Date Range 10/07/2026 To 11/06/2026 Or until filled
All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.
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