General Operator

3M • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

3M is hiring a General Operator at its Indianapolis, Indiana plant. The role involves identifying process and product defects, troubleshooting production processes, and making adjustments to equipment and process settings. Operators use computer-controlled interfaces, test and measuring equipment, pneumatic presses, and punch-out equipment. The position offers second- and third-shift opportunities and requires availability for rotating shifts, overtime, extended hours, weekends, holidays, and short-notice shift coverage as needed.

Employees are expected to follow corporate policies, procedures, security standards, and safety policies; identify hazards; and contribute to continuous improvement in 3M’s Environmental Health and Safety culture. The position has no travel requirement, and relocation assistance is not authorized. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED or higher, completed before starting.
• At least two months of experience operating production machinery.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, extended hours, weekends, and holidays as needed, and cover shifts on short notice.
• Legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.
• Pass 3M-selected testing as part of the selection process if basic qualifications are met.

Nice To Haves

• At least six months of previous experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Recognize process and product defects.
• Diagnose problems and perform process troubleshooting.
• Adjust process conditions, including temperature, line speed, airflow rate, positioning, centering, and gap.
• Use PLC- and MMI-based computer-controlled equipment interfaces.
• Use test and measuring equipment in manufacturing finished goods.
• Use pneumatic presses and punch-out equipment.
• Follow corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.
• Follow safety policies, identify hazards, and participate in continuous improvement of the Environmental Health and Safety culture.

Benefits

• Three weeks of paid vacation for new hires.
• Health, vision, and dental benefits beginning on day one.
• Employee stock discount.
• 401(k) match of 5%.
• The position may be eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage, health savings accounts, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, disability benefits, life insurance, voluntary benefits, paid absences, and retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED