Pilot Plant Technician - Injection Molding (2nd shift)

3M•Saint Paul, MN

3d•$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 Pilot Plant Technician (Injection Molding), you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Joining 3M’s Injection Molding team in the Manufacturing Technology organization, where we support the development of products, processes, and technologies across the company, as well as solve challenging manufacturing problems. This role is designated for 2nd shift (2 PM to 10 PM), however initial training will occur on day shift, and schedule adjustments may be made when production demands do not require 2nd shift support. Work location: On-site at the Building 76 Pilot Plant in Saint Paul, MN. Travel: May include up to 5% domestic. Relocation: May be authorized. Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Requirements

High School diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start
One (1) combined year of experience working in a manufacturing, pilot plant, or laboratory environment in a private, public, government or military environment

Nice To Haves

Experience operating injection molding presses or other manufacturing lines
Strong mechanical aptitude, problem solving skills, and ability to complete work independently
Willingness to maintain a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

Preparing and operating injection molding presses and auxiliary equipment to support experimental, prototype, and production runs
Locating defects or problems during the manufacturing process and making adjustments as needed.
Performing quality testing and visual inspections.
Interpreting and providing feedback on quality results.
Maintaining proper documentation and producing necessary reports
Advancing site EHS and continuous improvement culture through implementation of improvement ideas and adherence to policies
Providing flexible support for 2nd shift operations (2pm – 10pm) based on production demand, to increase manufacturing capacity
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.