
Manufacturing Engineer
3M · Aberdeen, SD
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Industry
- Industrial
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- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at 3M (industrial) in Aberdeen, SD.
- Tools it names
- Control plans
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in South Dakota: typical posted base $68k–$102k.
Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 7 manufacturing engineer openings in South Dakota, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
South Dakota plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 1489 other live manufacturing postings in the US.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $91k–$133k, from 448 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Tooling 53%
- Lean 43%
- Root cause 43%
- New product launch 40%
- Automation 31%
- Six Sigma 24%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Control plans, 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.
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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.
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Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
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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?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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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.
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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.
Full description from 3MAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Welcome to 3M, a global company dedicated to driving innovation and making a positive impact on the world. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Manufacturing Engineer at 3M, you will have the opportunity to utilize your technical expertise and problem-solving skills to develop and improve our manufacturing processes. This role requires a strong understanding of engineering principles and a passion for continuous improvement. If you are a driven individual with a desire to make a difference, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.\n\nDevelop and improve manufacturing processes: Utilize engineering principles and problem-solving skills to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to optimize our manufacturing processes.\n\nEnsure product quality and efficiency: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that all products meet quality and efficiency standards through process improvement and optimization.\n\nStay updated on industry trends and technologies: Continuously research and stay up-to-date on industry trends and technologies to identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation.\n\nDevelop and maintain process documentation: Create and maintain detailed process documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and process control plans.\n\nTroubleshoot and resolve technical issues: Utilize your technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve any technical issues that may arise during the manufacturing process.\n\nIdentify cost-saving opportunities: Continuously seek out opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency in the manufacturing process without compromising product quality.\n\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams: Work closely with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and supply chain to ensure smooth and efficient operations.\n\nDrive continuous improvement: Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity, reduce waste, and improve overall efficiency.\n\nEnsure compliance with safety and regulatory standards: Adhere to all safety protocols and regulatory standards to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.\n\nMentor and train junior engineers: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and assist in their professional development.\n\nParticipate in new product development: Collaborate with product development teams to ensure manufacturability of new products and provide input on design for manufacturability.\n\nFoster a culture of innovation and excellence: Promote a culture of innovation, excellence, and continuous learning within the manufacturing team.
