Laboratory Technician (3M CRPL Rapid Prototyping and Design Center)

3M•Maplewood, MN

1d•$67,593 - $82,614•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career. As a Laboratory Technician within the Rapid Prototyping and Design Center of the Corporate Research Process Laboratory (CRPL), 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: Advancing the mission of the 3M Rapid Prototyping and Design Center within 3M CRPL Operating a variety of 3D printing and other additive manufacturing equipment to rapidly create quality prototype parts to support 3M technology, new products, and manufacturing efforts Responsibility for the post-processing operation Collaborating with other members of the team to fulfill a wide range of 3M internal customer requests for part prototyping, with rapid turnaround time

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
One (1) combined year of experience in a laboratory, manufacturing/production, and/or pilot plants in a private, public, government, or military environment
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree
Basic understanding of additive manufacturing processes such as FDM, SLS, and MJF
Post-processing experience of different printing technology types
Ability to set up, run, monitor, and shut down 3D printers safely
Basic experience with CAD and slicing software
Clear communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Advancing the mission of the 3M Rapid Prototyping and Design Center within 3M CRPL
Operating a variety of 3D printing and other additive manufacturing equipment to rapidly create quality prototype parts to support 3M technology, new products, and manufacturing efforts
Responsibility for the post-processing operation
Collaborating with other members of the team to fulfill a wide range of 3M internal customer requests for part prototyping, with rapid turnaround time
Corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.
Contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.