Senior Lab Technician

Job Description 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 variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers. Impact you’ll make in this role As a Sr 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. Your Skills and Expertise To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications: High school diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start) Two (2) years of technician experience Fluency in written and spoken English Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include: Associate degree or two-year technical degree from an accredited institution Four (4) or more years of laboratory experience conducting product performance testing Experience testing adhesives, tapes, laminates, or other coated materials Familiarity with adhesive and tape test methods such as peel, tack, shear, tensile, or environmental aging evaluations Strong attention to detail, communication skills, initiative, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Location and Travel Work location: This role follows an on-site working model, requiring the employee to work at least four days a week at the 3M Center in Maplewood, MN. Travel: May include up to 5%. Relocation Assistance: Is not authorized. Legal Requirements and Compliance Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status. Responsibilities include compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards 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. Compensation and Benefits Estimated compensation range: $75,064 - $91,745, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. Additional benefits include medical, dental and vision, health savings accounts, dependent care flexible spending accounts, disability benefits, life insurance, voluntary benefits, paid absences and retirement benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity 3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr 3m