Quality Technician (rotating shifts)

3M • Cottage Grove, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

3M is hiring a Quality Technician to test and disposition manufactured products and raw materials using a variety of analytical techniques. The role calibrates analytical instruments and other laboratory equipment, supports R&D teams by carrying out and evaluating new test methods, and reports quality data while collaborating with onsite teams to act on the results. The position is based in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, may include up to 5% domestic travel, and requires willingness to work a rotating schedule that includes overnight shifts.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or higher, completed and verified before starting.
• Three years of combined experience in a laboratory, pilot plant, or manufacturing facility in a private, public, government, or military environment.
• Willingness to work a rotating schedule that includes overnight shifts.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise equivalent to an associate degree or higher in chemistry, physics, biology, or a related field.
• One year of experience in a quality control laboratory setting, preferably in manufacturing at an ISO 9001- or IATF 16949-certified facility.
• Experience with chromatography, molecular spectroscopy, and titrations.
• Experience with systems for reporting and analyzing data in laboratory settings.
• Experience with Microsoft 365, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Test and disposition manufactured products and raw materials using a variety of analytical techniques.
• Calibrate analytical instrumentation and other laboratory equipment.
• Carry out and evaluate new test methods in support of R&D teams.
• Report quality data and collaborate with onsite teams to act on the data.
• Comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.
• Follow safety policies, identify hazards, and contribute to continuous improvement and a strong Environmental Health and Safety culture.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Health Savings Accounts.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Voluntary benefits.
• Paid absences.
• Retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED