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Manufacturing Engineer - Materials

Location
Clarkston, Georgia
Requisition ID
R01173465
Date posted
11/04/2026
Category
Manufacturing
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Job Title


Manufacturing Engineer- Materials


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.


The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As a Manufacturing Technologist 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:


  • Identify and implement manufacturing process controls.
  • Troubleshoot production issues in forming operation, perform root-cause analyses, and implement corrective/preventive actions.
  • Supportcontinuous improvement projects targeting cost reduction, cycle time and quality improvements.
  • Familiarize and operateanalytical equipment such as SEM, XRD, X-ray (2D/3D).
  • Analyze raw material data and properties.
  • Utilize X-ray Computed Tomography inspection process, build and modify automated processes to support production.
  • Collaborate with production associates, quality department, maintenance and other areas for new product development initiatives and qualification plans as required by customers.

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 Chemical, Ceramic, or Material Engineering (completed and verified prior to start)
  • Three (3) years of Production Management, Process Management and/or R&D 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 Chemical, Ceramic, or Material Engineering from an accredited university
  • Black Belt, Lean and Six Sigma certification - Strives to learn and dive deep to understand how things work making data driven decisions.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including root-cause analysis.
  • Able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under deadlines.
  • Effective communication and teamwork across functional teams.

Work Location:  

  • This role follows an on-site working model, requiring the employee to work at Clarkston, GA

Travel: May include up to 5% domestic

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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For assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting on 3M.com/careers. 

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What to Expect During the Hiring Process

This is a general overview of the 3M job application process. The specific steps, timing, and requirements may vary by country, region, role, or business need. For the most accurate information, please follow any location-specific guidance or instructions shared with you during the recruitment process.

  • Apply

  • Assessment

  • Phone screen

  • On-site or
    virtual interview

  • Conditional
    offer

  • Background
    check

  • Welcome to the team!

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