Master Pilot Plant Technician

3M•Cottage Grove, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pilot Plant Technician will work in the Tape Process Development Center (TPDC) within the Chemical Manufacturing Operations organization at 3M. TPDC focuses on producing prototype quantities of new materials and developing or improving processes to support new and/or enhanced products for various 3M divisions. This position primarily operates Monday-Friday with a weekly shift rotation, with periodic overtime, including weekends, required to meet customer demands. The role offers an opportunity to collaborate with innovative 3Mers globally, making an impact through various technical and operational tasks.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
Three (3) years of combined laboratory/pilot plant/manufacturing experience 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

Possess expertise equivalent to that which would be obtain in an associates/technical degree or higher
Experience in systems for the reporting of data in laboratory settings
Experience with the Microsoft 365 software platform, (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams)
Minimum of four (4) years of experience with quality or analytical testing and data reporting, hot melt compounding/extrusion, solution coating, microreplication, and converting in a laboratory/pilot plant/manufacturing environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
Flexibility to work shifts outside of the normal schedule (days, afternoons, midnights and weekends) for special projects as needed
Willingness to work in an environment where a wide range of chemicals are handled (This is a chemicals environment job)

Responsibilities

Maintaining a safe work environment for self, coworkers, and visitors including the ability to wear personal protective equipment.
Testing and dispositioning manufactured products as well as raw materials using a variety of analytical techniques.
Communicate results with other technical personnel and make recommendations as appropriate.
Help R&D teams by carrying out and evaluating new test methods
Reporting quality data and collaborating with diverse teams onsite to act on the data.
Preparing and operating development equipment which can vary with process and/or product experimental or standard needs. Includes setup, general maintenance, clean-up, and changeover of equipment.
Actively engaging with process engineers and customers to conduct product and process experiments.
Assisting and training new personnel on test equipment, machine operations and processes.
Assuring availability of raw materials by utilizing accurate production reporting and inventory practices.
Having the ability to lift pails, move drums, and drive PIVs.
Fostering a team environment and taking lead when necessary.

Benefits

Many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially.
Competitive pay and benefits (benchmarked with other companies).
Medical, Dental & Vision
Health Savings Accounts
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability Benefits
Life Insurance
Voluntary Benefits
Paid Absences
Retirement Benefits