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[Apply on 3M’s careers site →](https://3m.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Search/job/US-Minnesota-Red-Wing/Fall-Protection-Technical-Manager_R01172154) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [3M](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/3m/) / Fall Protection Technical Manager ## Job description ### Job Description Fall Protection Technical Manager 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 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 Technical Manager in the Fall Protection laboratory, 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 a global team of product developers and product engineers responsible for the sustainment and growth of the Fall Protection Self Retracting Lifeline portfolio. Coaching team members to expand their capabilities and empower them to grow their professional careers. Collaborating with global cross-functional teams to identify and implement new technologies and solutions. Championing continuous improvement within product sustainment, product design, and process workflows, with a data driven approach. Managing the NPI (New Product Introduction) and CMP (Change Management Process) pipeline to ensure rigorous prioritization, alignment with stakeholders, timely execution of projects, and robust project documentation. Developing a strong understanding of customer needs, regulatory standards, and industry trends to align resources to the strategic direction of the Fall Protection business. Defining technology and product road maps to enable the next generation of Fall Protection solutions. 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 from an accredited institution completed and verified prior to start. Five (5) years of product development or product engineering experience, in a private, public, government or military environment. Two (2) years of experience supervising team members in a technical environment. Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include: Experience in the Fall Protection industry and a passion for protecting workers at height. Dedication to build a collaborative and results oriented culture. Ability to analyze complex technical issues; develop and implement innovative solutions. Ability to effectively communicate information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience supervising Product Developers and/or Product Engineers Functional experience working in a regulated industry. ### Work location Red Wing, MN · Job Duties allow for some remote work but require presence at the 3M Red Wing, MN site 4 days per week Travel: May include up to 10% domestic/international 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. Chat with Max For assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting Applicable to US Applicants Only: The expected compensation range for this position is $188,251 - $230,084, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). ### Additional information is available at [https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/](https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/). All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M. Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M. Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties. Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement. ### Pay & Benefits Overview [https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/](https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/) 3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. ### Please note your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly. 3M Global Terms of Use and Privacy Statement Carefully read these Terms of Use before using this website. 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Before submitting your application, you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 23, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 24, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 31, 2026 - Listed for: 8 days - Location: US, Minnesota, Red Wing - Pay: $188,251 - $230,084[Apply on 3M’s careers site →](https://3m.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Search/job/US-Minnesota-Red-Wing/Fall-Protection-Technical-Manager_R01172154) ## Hiring at 3M - Open jobs: 756 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 6, 2026 [All 3M jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/3m/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at 3M ### [Assembler (Red Wing, MN)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/3m/jobs/f6e839e4b6c6042e4d31/) US, Minnesota, Red Wing ### [3rd Shift Manufacturing Supervisor](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/3m/jobs/e0f5f6f1bb6897218e5d/) US, Minnesota, Red Wing ### [Production Planner](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/3m/jobs/3c768ce28946a4193420/) US, Minnesota, Red Wing ### [3M Packaging Specialist - Western Canada](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/3m/jobs/dfe5849ba57d6f62b994/) CA, Alberta-Field Sales ### [AI Profile and Guardrail Lead](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/3m/jobs/23cf90b6314a0524c9c0/) US, Minnesota, Maplewood ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Intern-Heavy Civil Project Engineer- Fall](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sterling-construction/jobs/be4489b9fe1dfeb6f6c5/) Sterling Construction · Flagstaff, AZ ### [Fall Recruiting: Store Manager Trainee](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/albertsons/jobs/6a58a1e7b7b2254489ca/) Albertsons · Chicago, IL, United States ### [Investment Planning Co-Op Engineer - Fall 2027](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aes/jobs/d15e69a4a6fb2576b16e/) AES · US, Dayton, OH ### [Manufacturing Engineer Co-op - Fall 2027](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/eb45343956dd5e0ce547/) Eaton · Sumter, South Carolina, USA OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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