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Operations Program Manager
3M Company · 🇺🇸 6 Locations
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One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 17 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 6 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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Sponsor Radar — 3M Company
The US Department of Labor certified 17 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 6 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
3M has a long-standing reputation as a company committed to innovation. We provide the freedom to explore and encourage curiosity and creativity. We gain new insight from diverse thinking, and take risks on new ideas. Here, you can apply your talent in bold ways that matter. Job Description: Role Summary The Operations Program Manager (OPM) serves as 3M's primary operations leader at contract manufacturing partners in China, responsible for product launch readiness, factory execution, capacity planning, and operational risk management. The OPM drives cross-functional alignment between 3M and contract manufacturers to ensure products are launched on time, achieve operational targets, and maintain uninterrupted supply to customers. This role acts as the central point of coordination across Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement, Planning, and Contract Manufacturing partners to deliver successful product introductions and sustain operational excellence throughout the product lifecycle. Core Responsibilities Manufacturing Operations Management • Lead operational readiness activities for new product introductions (NPI), product transfers, and capacity expansion programs at contract manufacturing sites. • Drive factory readiness reviews covering manpower, materials, manufacturing processes, equipment, and production capacity prior to qualification and mass production. • Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Quality teams to ensure successful build events, pilot runs, qualification activities, and production ramp-up. • Identify operational risks that may impact launch schedules and drive mitigation plans to ensure on-time product introduction. • Lead production ramp planning and execution to achieve targeted output, yield, and customer availability requirements. Contract Manufacturing Operations • Own daily operational engagement with contract manufacturers to ensure alignment across production schedules, material availability, equipment readiness, and manufacturing capacity. • Monitor production performance against demand forecasts, shipment commitments, and operational targets. • Drive rapid resolution of operational issues impacting delivery, production output, or supply continuity. • Coordinate factory execution activities and provide operational status updates to regional and global stakeholders. • Establish operating rhythms and performance reviews with contract manufacturing partners. Capacity Planning & Supply Readiness • Develop and maintain capacity plans to support business forecasts and long-term growth requirements. • Validate supplier production capabilities, resource readiness, and expansion plans to ensure sufficient manufacturing capacity. • Identify capacity constraints and lead mitigation activities across suppliers and internal stakeholders. • Partner with Supply Planning and Operations teams to align production loading, inventory strategies, and customer demand requirements. • Manage operational assumptions used in forecast planning and capacity modeling. Cross-Functional Program Leadership • Lead cross-functional operational workstreams involving Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement, Planning, and Commercial teams. • Drive program execution across timelines, milestones, deliverables, and stakeholder alignment. • Facilitate decision-making and issue resolution among internal organizations and contract manufacturing partners. • Provide concise executive-level communication regarding project status, risks, recovery plans, and key decisions. • Drive accountability across organizations without direct authority. Risk Management & Escalation • Serve as the primary operations point of contact for contract manufacturing partners. • Build strong