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Production Associate

$25 - $28.11 per hour

3M

Job Description:

Production Operator* (New Ulm, MN)

Shifts: Fixed or rotating, depending on availability
  • Midnight: 11 pm - 7 am fixed
  • Afternoon: 3 pm - 11 pm fixed
  • Day/Afternoon: 7 am - 3 pm and 3 pm - 11 pm rotating
Starting Pay:
  • $25.00 - $28.11 per hour, depending on job responsibilities
  • $1.50 per hour differential for afternoon and midnight shift and double time pay on Sunday

As a Production Operator , you will be part of a team that keeps our manufacturing operation running safely, efficiently, and with pride for the products we produce and the customers we serve. This role is a great fit for individuals who want structured work schedules, benefits starting on your first day, and opportunities to grow.

Why Our Employees Choose to Stay
  • Safe, clean, climate-controlled work areas and a welcoming, respectful work environment
  • Various work schedule options
  • Pay, benefits, and paid time off that supports your well-being on and off the job
  • Opportunities to learn new tasks and advancement
  • On-the-job training
What You Do
  • Follow safe work behaviors and look out for hazards
  • Follow safe operating procedures and customer specifications to produce high quality products delivered on time
  • Operate automated, production, converting, molding, assembly, and packaging equipment while meeting performance/output goals
  • Monitor processes, order inputs, load materials, inspect materials, and performing quality inspections to release product
  • Create a positive, inclusive work environment
  • Use a computer and computer controls to run equipment
See what it's like to work with us!

What You Bring

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED (completed prior to start)
  • Ability to work 8 to 12 consecutive hours per day
  • Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required
  • Completion of a job-related readiness assessment
  • Ability to lift/carry heavy materials
  • Ability to comprehend, understand, and apply written and verbal directions from standard operating procedures, safety rules and supervisor coaching
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment in accordance with safety rules

Other Helpful Experience You May Have
  • Manufacturing experience
  • Basic computer skills
  • Post high-school education or training
  • Self-motivated, dependable, and team-oriented work style

About the Job Readiness Assessment
As part of our hiring process, candidates complete a short, job-related assessment online or in-person. This step helps ensure everyone can work safely and successfully in the role.

Before taking it, view sample questions and learn exactly what to expect .

Our Hiring Process

We know your time matters. After applying, qualified candidates will complete a short assessment. After successfully passing, candidates move to an in-person interview with our team, followed by a timely hiring decision.

Travel: Does not include travel

Relocation Assistance: Not Available

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.

U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.

To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within 3M that may present access to export controlled technical data, 3M must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).

The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at 3M Company's sole election.

The starting rate of pay for this position is $25.00 to $28.11. This targeted compensation range represents a good faith estimate and can vary based on factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Other benefits and incentives may apply; pay and benefits overview: . This information is being disclosed in accordance with local Pay Transparency Rules.

Supporting Your Well-being

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life - both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

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All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.

Learn more about 3M's creative solutions to the world's problems at or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.

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.

Pay & Benefits Overview:

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Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.

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