This role pays more than
82%
of similar roles. Most pay
$129,000–$170,000
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$183k
versus about
$150k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
About 3M
3M is a diversified technology and manufacturing conglomerate producing thousands of products across healthcare, safety, electronics, transportation, and consumer goods. Industry: Diversified Manufacturing
3M currently has
61 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$145,676–$178,049
across 51 roles with salary data.
Manufacturing Technology Specialist - Material Handling & Warehouse Automation works within the Engineering organization to identify, develop, and implement automation solutions across manufacturing sites and distribution centers. The role involves managing the full project lifecycle, including assessing material flow, creating process maps, performing capacity modeling, and conducting business case evaluations. You will design and deploy technologies such as AGVs, AMRs, AS/RS, conveyors, sortation systems, and robotic material handling. Key responsibilities include partnering with cross-functional teams to define technical specifications, collaborating with suppliers for equipment selection, and integrating automation with WMS, WES, MES, and ERP systems. The position requires expertise in industrial engineering, Lean methods, and troubleshooting complex hardware and software interfaces. This role solves critical operational challenges by improving throughput, reducing bottlenecks, enhancing safety, and ensuring scalable, repeatable material movement across diverse manufacturing environments.
PLC
SCADA
HMI
Ladder Logic
Machine Vision
Robotics
Data Historian
ERP
MES
Track and Trace
21 CFR Part 11
Computerized Systems Validation
Automation
AI
Machine Learning
RFID
Serialization
OT Systems
PLC
SCADA
HMI
Ladder Logic
Machine Vision
Robotics
Data Historian
Track and Trace
Serialization
21 CFR Part 11
MES
ERP
AI
Machine Learning
OT Systems
Commissioning and Qualification
Computerized Systems Validation
RFID
Robotics
Vision Systems
Servo Drives
VFDs
Industrial Networks
AGV
AMR
Machine Safety
FAT
SAT
CAPEX
EHS
Process Integration
Conveyor Systems
Material Handling