Description
As a Pilot Plant Technician at 3M, you will have the opportunity to work with innovative people around the world. You will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining various pilot plant equipment and processes while ensuring 3M quality standards are met and maintained.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and operate experimental, prototype, or production equipment, primarily extruders, with additional support of injection molding presses and converting lines.
- Provide general maintenance, setup, and changeover of equipment.
- Support development of technologies and processes.
- Locate defects or problems during the manufacturing process and make adjustments as needed.
- Implement continuous improvement ideas.
- Perform quality testing, interpret and provide feedback on quality results, and adjust machinery to meet specifications.
- Maintain a safe working environment.
Requirements:
- High School diploma/GED or higher.
- One combined year of experience working in a manufacturing, pilot plant, and/or laboratory environment.
Preferred qualifications:
- Associate's degree or Technical Diploma from an accredited institution.
- Experience with injection molding, web handling, and/or extrusion in a manufacturing or pilot plant environment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and good problem-solving skills.
- Ability to complete work independently.
This position involves working a night shift, 10pm to 6am, and may require flexible shift hours for training and production coverage.
The expected compensation range for this position is $67,593 - $82,614, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay.