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From the employer's careers site First seen 27 Oct 2026

Laboratory Technologist

3M Austin, TX On-site entry full-time

Salary

$81,983 - $100,202 per year

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Description

As a Laboratory Technologist at 3M Electrical Markets Division (EMD), you will support technical activities related to product development, process improvement, testing, documentation, and operational support.

The role involves assisting in executing experiments, collecting and analysing data, maintaining technical records, supporting product or process trials, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Supporting laboratory, pilot, or manufacturing trials under the guidance of engineers, scientists, or senior technologists
  • Preparing materials, samples, equipment, and documentation for testing or evaluation
  • Conducting routine testing, measurements, and data collection using established procedures
  • Recording, organising, and summarising technical data accurately and in a timely manner
  • Assisting with troubleshooting product, process, or equipment issues
  • Following standard operating procedures, safety requirements, and quality guidelines
  • Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe work environment
  • Managing equipment calibration
  • Supporting continuous improvement projects related to productivity, quality, cost, and safety
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality, manufacturing, and supply chain
  • Participating in team meetings and communicating project status, observations, and technical findings
  • Documenting experimental data and observations in technical notebooks or electronic files

The expected compensation range for this position is $81,983 - $100,202, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Disability Benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits
  • Paid Absences
  • Retirement Benefits

Skills

Required

  • Associate's degree
  • technical skills
  • laboratory experience

Nice to have

  • experience in a laboratory
  • materials testing
  • process documentation
  • quality systems
  • measurement tools
  • laboratory equipment
  • production equipment
  • problem-solving
  • organisational skills
  • communication skills

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://3m.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Search/job/US-Texas-Austin/Laboratory-Technologist-_R01171340

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