Pilot Plant Technician

Job Title Pilot Plant Technician Overview Joining 3M as a Pilot Plant Technician provides an opportunity to transition your private, public, government, or military experience into an innovative career focused on developing technologies and processes. Responsibility highlights Maintain a safe working environment. Support the development of technologies and processes. Prepare and operate experimental, prototype or production equipment, including general maintenance, setup, and changeover. Locate defects or problems during manufacturing, make equipment adjustments to correct issues. Perform quality testing, interpret results, adjust machinery to meet specifications. Maintain records of run conditions and quality test results, produce necessary reports. Participate and occasionally serve as team leader in various pilot plant teams. Work rotating shifts and overtime. Required qualifications High school diploma, GED, or higher (verified prior to start). One (1) year of manufacturing experience in a private, public, government, or military environment. Preferred qualifications Associate or two‑year technical degree or higher from an accredited institution. Experience with extrusion, film web handling, coating, non‑wovens, or injection molding processes/equipment. Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work with little supervision and well in a team environment. Good written and verbal communication skills. Personal flexibility to handle change. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Work location Maplewood Center Travel May include up to 5% domestic travel. Shift & other work requirements This position requires rotating shifts and overtime. Employment eligibility Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B). EEO Statement 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