Plant Engineering Supervisor
3M
September 09, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Ames, IA
Operations
Role: Plant Engineering Supervisor responsible for overseeing maintenance operations to optimize equipment reliability, safety, and efficiency in a manufacturing setting. Responsibilities include supervising maintenance technicians, promoting safety and sustainability, driving proactive maintenance strategies through root cause analysis, and developing team capabilities in reliability practices and data-driven decision-making. The role involves scheduling and monitoring maintenance activities, supporting site initiatives, and managing support functions to ensure operational excellence. Requirements: High School Diploma/GED with 7+ years (or Associate's degree with 5+ years) of manufacturing maintenance experience, preferably in private, public, government, or military contexts. Supervisory experience and strong communication skills are advantageous. Location: Ames, IA, with up to 10% domestic travel. High-value details: Focus on proactive maintenance, equipment reliability, safety culture, and team development within a manufacturing plant. No specific therapeutic areas or biotech modalities are mentioned, as the position is industrial and operational in nature.