Manufacturing Engineer at 3M Healthcare US Opco LLC in Meriden, Connecticut

Job Description:

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Job Description:

Manufacturing Engineer (Solventum)

3M Health Care is now Solventum

At Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers' toughest challenges, we pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients' lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue.

We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you.

The Impact You'll Make in this Role

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

• Initiating, identifying, recommending, and leading projects in the manufacturing area of responsibility to improve safety, quality, service, cycle time, and cost (productivity) and becoming the subject matter expert (SME)


• Developing process expertise becoming the subject matter expert (SME) for the manufacturing processes in the area of responsibility and collaborating, mentoring with team members as a senior manufacturing engineer


• Leading improvement projects and problem-solving events to determine root causes, proactively communicating project direction and status to appropriate personnel


• 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

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 a Science or Engineering discipline (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution AND seven (7) years of manufacturing experience in a private, public, government or military environment

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Master's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related discipline (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution


• Process experience across several technologies: filtration membrane pleating, web handling and converting, filtration cartridge assembly and welding (ultrasonic, spin, IR), automation, robotics, and vision systems


• Proven manufacturing, analytical, and problem-solving skills using Lean Six Sigma improvement methods and tools, Design of Experiments (DOE's), Product and Process Understanding (PPU), and Process Validation


• Experience working in a Health Care manufacturing environment (ISO 9001, QMS)


• Strong communication and cross-functional leadership skills and the ability to effectively interact at all levels from line operator to division mfg/supply chain operational leadership

For current employees, internal transfer restrictions may not apply. For more details, contact your local recruiter/HR team.

Work location:

• Onsite (Meriden, CT)

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.

Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $137,439 - $167,981, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. 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. In addition, 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, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/our-company/careers/#Total-Rewards

Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

Solventum is an equal opportunity employer. Solventum 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.

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