Laboratory Technician

3M • Woodbury, MN

27d • $67,593 - $82,614 • Onsite

About The Position

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 wide 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 Laboratory Technician 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: Configuring, operating, and maintaining processes and equipment incorporating web mechanics, coating and/or printing, drying, curing, analysis and characterization. Conducting designed experiments to support lead researchers that must develop a thorough understanding of how materials and process parameters affect final product properties. Ability to work independently and with multidisciplinary team members. Ability to make recommendations with respect to material formulation and/or process modifications.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
• Minimum of one (1) year of technician experience within private, public, government, or military environments.
• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Nice To Haves

• Associates or Two-Year Technical program certificate in electrical, mechanical or process engineering
• 3M experience working across multiple disciplines, businesses and/or departments
• Minimum of one (1) year coating experience
• Microsoft Office experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Solid hands-on mechanical skillset with knowledge of automated systems
• Self-starter who takes initiative in their work

Responsibilities

• Configuring, operating, and maintaining processes and equipment incorporating web mechanics, coating and/or printing, drying, curing, analysis and characterization.
• Conducting designed experiments to support lead researchers that must develop a thorough understanding of how materials and process parameters affect final product properties.
• Ability to work independently and with multidisciplinary team members.
• Ability to make recommendations with respect to material formulation and/or process modifications.

Benefits

• 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.
• Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & 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