3M-posted 3 months ago
$164,612 - $201,193/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career. As Project Manager, Continuous Improvement 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 leading Continuous Improvement Initiatives, utilizing a broad range of improvement methodologies, conducting process analysis and optimization, collaborating with cross-functional teams, developing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), facilitating training and development programs, managing project timelines and deliverables, and driving technology and automation integration.

  • Lead Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Identify, plan, and execute projects to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels in distribution centers.
  • Utilize a Broad Range of Improvement Methodologies: Apply various methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Quality management, Kaizen, and other industry best practices to streamline processes and drive quality improvements.
  • Conduct Process Analysis and Optimization: Analyze current processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop optimized workflows to improve performance.
  • Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with operations, business units, laboratory, and quality teams to ensure successful implementation of improvement initiatives.
  • Develop and Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Establish and track KPIs to measure project success, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
  • Facilitate Training and Development Programs: Conduct training sessions to educate staff on continuous improvement methodologies, tools, and best practices.
  • Manage Project Timelines and Deliverables: Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and resources to ensure initiatives are completed on time and within scope.
  • Drive Technology and Automation Integration: Identify and implement opportunities for technology and automation to enhance efficiency and reduce manual processes.
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering or science program (completed and verified prior to start)
  • Five (5) years of work experience in manufacturing, quality, laboratory in a private, public, government or military environment
  • Three (3) years of experience specifically in project leadership or operations excellence.
  • Two (2) years of previous Blackbelt / Continuous Improvement experience with demonstrated use of Six Sigma tools
  • PMP certification or Project Management/ Lean Six Sigma certification.
  • Five (5) years of previous Blackbelt / Continuous Improvement experience with demonstrated use of Six Sigma tools
  • Eight (15) years of work experience in manufacturing, quality, laboratory in a private, public, government or military environment
  • Transformation management.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Demonstrated ability to analyze complex systems and processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop innovative engineering solutions to drive improvements.
  • Communication and Leadership: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively present ideas and influence decision-making. Strong leadership and teamwork abilities, with a proven track record of successfully managing cross-functional projects.
  • Medical, Dental & Vision
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Disability Benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits
  • Paid Absences
  • Retirement Benefits
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