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From the employer's careers site First seen 28 Oct 2026

Production Operator

3M New Ulm, MN On-site full-time

Salary

$24.80 to $28.01 per hour

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Description

As a Production Operator at 3M, you will be part of a team that keeps the manufacturing operation running safely, efficiently, and with pride for the products produced and the customers served.

Shifts: Fixed or rotating shifts are available, 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:

  • Up to $28.01 per hour, depending on job responsibilities
  • $1.50 per hour differential for afternoon shift, $2.00 per hour differential for midnight shift, and double time pay on Sundays
  • $1 per hour pay increase after successful completion of 6 months of employment

Responsibilities:

  • 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 perform quality inspections to release product
  • Create a positive, inclusive work environment
  • Use a computer and computer controls to run equipment

Requirements:

  • Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
  • 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

Benefits:

  • Safe, clean, climate-controlled work areas and a welcoming, respectful work environment
  • Various work schedule options
  • Pay, benefits, and paid time off that support well-being on and off the job
  • Opportunities to learn new tasks and advancement
  • On-the-job training

Skills

Required

Nice to have

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You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://3m.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Search/job/US-Minnesota-New-Ulm/Production-Operator---New-Ulm--MN-_R01170174

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