Elastomer Grinding Operator

We are seeking a highly skilled Elastomer Grinding Operator to join our team at 3M Hebron, KY. As an Elastomer Grinding Operator, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate effectively with production team members to achieve safety, quality, and productivity objectives.
• Support manufacturing operations by executing processes and initiatives that drive product quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Develop technical knowledge and operational expertise to support training and mentoring opportunities as experience is gained.
• Participate in troubleshooting and problem-solving activities to support production and engineering objectives.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute ideas through continuous improvement and employee suggestion programs.
• Follow established work instructions, standard operating procedures, and safety requirements while maintaining product quality standards.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this 3M Production role, in compliance with U.S. labor and safety laws.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment
• Training or experience applying Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience participating in Kaizen events or continuous improvement initiatives
• Previous Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) and/or forklift operating experience
• Experience operating grinding, extrusion, or similar manufacturing equipment
• Experience following standard operating procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements in a manufacturing environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Benefits:

• Starting rate: $22.95 + differential shift (if applicable)
• New hires start with 3 weeks' paid vacation
• Health, vision, and dental start day one
• Employee stock discount
• 401K Match of 5%

We offer a range of benefits to support your well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, health savings accounts, and retirement benefits.