Pilot Plant Technician

3M•Maplewood, MN

34d•Onsite

About The Position

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. As a Pilot Plant Technician you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
One (1) year of 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

Associates/Two Year Technical degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution
Extrusion experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with Film web handling
Coating experience
Experience with nonwovens processes and/or equipment
Experience with injection molding processes and/or equipment
Strong mechanical aptitude and good problem-solving skills
Ability to complete work with little supervision and work well in a team environment
Good written and verbal communication skills
Personal flexibility to handle change within the workplace
Microsoft Office proficient

Responsibilities

Maintaining a safe working environment.
Supporting development of technologies and processes.
Preparing and operating experimental, prototype or production equipment.
Provides general maintenance, setup, and changeover of equipment.
Locating defects or problems during the manufacturing process.
Making equipment adjustments to correct the problems.
Performing quality testing.
Interprets and provides feedback on quality results.
Adjusts machinery to meet specifications based on test results.
Maintaining record of run conditions and quality test results.
Produces necessary reports.
Participating and occasionally serving as team leader in various pilot plant teams.
Working rotating shifts and overtime
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.