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From the employer's careers site First seen 2 Nov 2026

General Operator

3M Indianapolis, Indiana On-site full-time

Salary

$22.77

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Description

We are seeking a General Operator to join our team at 3M Indianapolis, Indiana. As a General Operator, you will have the opportunity to work with innovative people around the world and make an impact by utilizing your skills and expertise.

Your Skills and Expertise To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

  • Recognize numerous process and product defects, diagnose and perform process troubleshooting, and make various process adjustments.
  • Comprehend and utilize PLC & MMI computer-controlled interface with equipment.
  • Use test and measuring equipment in the manufacturing of finished goods.
  • Use pneumatic presses and punch-out equipment.

Required: (Basic Qualifications)

  • Possess a High School Diploma / GED or higher (completed prior to start).
  • Work rotating shifts, overtime, extended hours, weekends, holidays as needed, and short notice shift coverage.
  • Minimum two (2) months of operating production machinery.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

  • Minimum six (6) months of previous experience in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

  • Starting rate: $22.77 + shift differentials.
  • New hires start with 3 weeks' paid vacation.
  • Health, vision, and dental start day one.
  • Employee stock discount.
  • 401K Match of 5%.

Pay Transparency The starting rate of pay for this position is $22.77. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

Skills

Required

  • PLC & MMI computer-controlled interface
  • test and measuring equipment
  • pneumatic presses and punch-out equipment
  • process troubleshooting

Nice to have

  • previous experience in a manufacturing environment

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://3m.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Search/job/US-Indiana-Indianapolis/General-Operator--_R01173253

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